Comment by steve_adams_86

If I was blind I’d have a multitude of things worth living for. All of my senses have the potential of lifetimes of experiences, and so much is missed out on because I prioritize my sight so much.

I’m pretty sure I’d adjust quite quickly. Start playing music again, pay closer attention to my surroundings not directly in front of me, learn new ways to relate with my family and deepen our relationships, you name it.

It’s a loss, but it’s also an opportunity. Do I want to go blind? No, I’d rather not. Would I want to die? Not at all. I got almost 40 years in with sight already. Many don’t even make it this far with their lives in tact. I’m incredibly fortunate as it is.

I could die tomorrow entirely accidentally. I’d rather go blind instead. Absolutely.

Of course you’re welcome to your own perception and opinions on the matter. I just couldn’t disagree much more. I’m a little surprised I guess; I’m diagnosed with untreatable depression and I fully support assisted death for the right circumstances. Going blind has never struck me as one of those, though. Or having a disability, generally speaking. I am diagnosed as disabled. I’m pretty glad I was born this way rather than, say, not at all.