I’m 55 and not physically active, my diet is a bit unhealthy etc etc. mr. Average schizophrenic.
There’s a line from a song I heard when I was 26 that filled me with dread.
“See the things I care about, they’re not important now, time’s run out”
And I think that’s what’s happening. Time’s running out, and I just want to take it easy and let the clock run down.
I feel defeated though. I’ve fought all my life to have a better life.
Just a vent..
There’s no knowing how much time you really have left
I know what you mean but you may surprise yourself and live longer. Youve got diabetes type 2 like myself, is it managed or bad?
Even with type 2 it doesnt take decades off your life. Try short walking around where you live to be more active
It’s managed thankfully @anon70282812 .
Yes, you’re right @Rainstorm
Living in peace can be an accomplishment in itself especiallyfor people with sz. You could also find a new adventure … nothing wrong with older person still living life…
That’s a great point. Thanks @signless
In my eyes, 55 is still quite young.
Wait till you hit my age, 61 to start thinking about death
Try not to think about it that way. We are lucky to have in the time we have. Every day is a gift in a way. Even though our lives might be mundane.
@everhopeful Ditto re the physical inactivity. I was advised to walk 5 minutes every hour, using the stroller. My legs were willing.,but my arms got achy after about 3 minutes. Wasn’t getting anywhere trying to strengthen my arms, so gave up. I make no claim to being severely disabled, but physically,at 68, I’ve deteriorated - compared to how I was at 60. I’m debating doing 2-3 minutes every half hour,or would that be too defeatist?
My diet is better than it was, but not great.
Wouldn’t even think about it although I do too. Bit of a contradiction.
Use this time to really enjoy yourself. Create a bucket list and start checking it off. Do things that you have never done before. Death is 100% certain but you can also 100% enjoy the time you still have.
I’m 64 and have diabetes and high blood pressure and live a sedentary life. if I keep on like this I have about 8 years left. I had some good years in my disease where I had friends and socialized a lot and traveled. Now, I live by myself and live in peace and quiet for the most part. I’m kind of leaning towards just letting my time wind down and letting the time go by without doing anything else too. We’ll see.
I’m 55 and in the best condition of my life. I smoked a pack a day since 14 and gave up after 25 years. I drank a 6 pack a day for decades. Now it’s different.
Don’t give up and there’s things to do to overcome it. I have a great shrink. He got me on champix at 39 and got off cigs. He got me into keto at 53 or so and I lost a lot of weight but gained a lot mentally too…..He also got me onto gut health and femented foods and my relationship with alcohol is at a stage where it’s once in a bit not everyday Like I did for decades……
There’s always something to do to get better and we don’t all have a good shrink but I’ve many a health problem simply for being 55.Don’t give up and fight for function and for me that means trying something different. It’s amazing how my function is improving after so many years of just treading water maintaining whilst having no real progress…….
All’s I’m saying is that there’s options for different approaches and it’s good if they work for you.
I’m sorry to hear @everhopeful , but I can relate. I miss a project, something to accomplish that means something for me. I have a lot of opportunities, I’m physically fit and living in a city like Copenhagen where there is a lot of social projects for mentally ill, but at the moment i can’t push myself together and use these opportunities.
I don’t know if it’s possible for you, but if there are opportunities in your neighborhood for mentally ill, assisted jobs, social clubs, courses in recovery or writing groups, the worst that could happen if you try to participate is being disappointed. It’s easier said than done.
But i get it. Like life is just passing by.,
I hope ur life will be longer n u enjoy it.
I raise my Barqs root beer to long life!
cheers Rainstorm 
long life it is lol
Cheers Zoe
Fifteen cats
I’m naturally a ‘glass half empty’ person. Prone to predicting worst outcomes. I’m also far from the best when it comes to self discipline. It’s a congenital rather than SMI related thing.