# Florent Babillote's Schizophrenia Journey

> Florent Babillote, who was predicted to have no work or love, shares how his schizophrenia became his strength.
- Title: Florent Babillote's Schizophrenia Journey · Psychologies
- Summary: Florent Babillote, who was predicted to have no work or love, shares how his schizophrenia became his strength. Florent Babillote, diagnosed with…
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- Source: Psychologies — https://psychologies.com/moi/problemes-psy/Je-suis-schizo-et-alors-on-lui-avait-predit-une-vie-sans-travail-ni-amour-mais-Florent-Babillote-raconte-ce-qui-sest-reellement-passe-643084
- Author: Cécilia Ouibrahim
- Published: 2026-10-09T13:57:06+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: florent babillote, schizophrénie, mental health, recovery, nataliya, jouvence, psychologies
## Schizophrenia and Happiness
Can people with mental health issues be happy? Florent Babillote challenges the idea that mental illness prevents happiness.
## Predicted Life Without Work or Love
Health professionals told Florent Babillote he would never work, have a partner, or own housing due to his schizophrenia.
## Florent's Path to Strength
Florent became a caregiver, writer, speaker, and built a loving relationship, showing schizophrenia doesn't mean a life without purpose.
## Schizophrenia as a Formative Force
Florent says his schizophrenia helped him develop resilience and purpose, which he now uses to support others.
## The Quote That Changed Everything
Florent says: 'I would keep my schizophrenia because it shaped who I am. I thank the disease for teaching me resources I might never have discovered otherwise.'

> Je garderais ma schizophrénie, car elle a participé à façonner l'homme que je suis devenu
## Nataliya: A Source of Strength
Florent finds inspiration in Nataliya, a person who overcomes challenges, showing how love and resilience can thrive despite mental health struggles.
## The Real Meaning of Recovery
Recovery for Florent means living with schizophrenia, finding meaning, and continuing to build a life full of purpose and connection.
## Key takeaway

Florent Babillote, diagnosed with schizophrenia, chose to keep his condition as part of his identity, building a fulfilling life despite challenges.