Anyone here have overwhelming existential thoughts about your mortality as you get older?
40 here and I’ve been gradually entering a mid life crises for the past couple of years. I keep contemplating my life, how I got to where I am and where I’m going, especially at the end. I’m obsessed with death (scared) and I contemplate my mortality a lot. I feel like I should do more with my life but have no means to do so. I also feel like I should take more risks but fear the consequences of doing so. For me, the root cause of all my fears is the realisation of death and the knowledge that I’m creeping closer towards it as I age. Does anyone else feel this way as they hit the 40 milestone?
Edit* I love each and every one of you that shared your thoughts, feelings and experiences on this. If I could give you all a hug I really would. I may not have replied directly but I’ve read almost every comment here. And I’ll tell ya, reading these replies from so many people from so many walks of life is truly humbling. It’s such a beautiful thing. Some comments are hilarious, some are thought provoking, and some are really heart breaking. I’ve learned a lot about myself, and honestly, I’ve learned a lot about my peers through this. It was much needed perspective and I thank you all for it.