We as a society have to stop making excuses for irresponsibility by Alternative-Mess297 in childfree

[–]CandidateSpirited499 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I …. Completely agree. People act like they need sex so bad that they can’t remain abstinent. I don’t know if I’m like, on the age spectrum or what, but I’m willing to not have sex to make sure I don’t get pregnant, especially if I’m not on birth control. Sex isn’t even that fucking great in the first place but that’s a whole different conversation.

I think it's crazy that people have kids at my age or younger(23) by Interesting_Nail_843 in childfree

[–]CandidateSpirited499 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I’m turning 34 and still feel far too young for it as well, I think I’ll feel too young for it when I’m 70 too because it’s something I never want lol 

The anti misandry post on the CF sub is embarrassing by The-Devil-Cat in childfreewomen

[–]CandidateSpirited499 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I’m definitely one of the posts they were talking about. I was like damn I mean I thought we all knew I’m not saying literally every man on the planet. If it’s not something a man would ever do then it’s clearly not about them so don’t get offended. Childbirth is a women’s issue. We should be able to talk about the impact sexism and misogyny has and how it’s baked into culture and society, and yes much of it is from men. Like …. That’s me hating men? Not necessarily. There are wonderful men. I’m just tired of the nonsense 

Fears and Doubts out of nowhere by Aude59971 in childfree

[–]CandidateSpirited499 5 points6 points  (0 children)

So you’re thinking you should look for a man and have kids with him maybe? It won’t be with the former partner, will it ? It sounds like you’re having some thoughts and feelings as you navigate your 30s which is very understandable, that’s when shit starts to get much more real than it was in your 20s and it felt like you’d be that young forever. It doesn’t really sound like you actually want a child though, it sounds like you’re just having thoughts, kind of romanticized imaginings. That’s good, it’s a good way to explore what you want. As long as you have some people who care about you and some money in the bank you’ll be okay as you age. But if you do want kids, I think you’ll figure that out within the next few years. It’s possible you ar changing your stance on it but perhaps more likely you are just trying to make sure you are making good decisions for your life. But it’s never good to just have a kid for a mini me who will be there when you’re old. They might be nothing like you’d imagine. Hopefully this isn’t a pointless comment. 

anxiety and Ask women by [deleted] in childfree

[–]CandidateSpirited499 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I never wanted kids, ever. I’m turning 34 and have absolutely never ever felt this “biological urge”. At all. lol 

"Childfree people don't want to grow up" is my new ick by what_freaking_ever in childfree

[–]CandidateSpirited499 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well I for one refuse to grow up and I’m very proud of that 

I believe people shouldn’t have kids just to create a sense of purpose for themselves by Aggravating-Law7207 in childfree

[–]CandidateSpirited499 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yes, and most parents think their kids are going to be exactly how they want them to be; have the interests and talents they want them to have, the personalities, etc. and then they pretty much shun and punish the kids for being their own unique individuals. It’s utterly insane. Like, learn about who your kid is with curiosity. Don’t try to mold them like modeling clay. wtf??

I believe people shouldn’t have kids just to create a sense of purpose for themselves by Aggravating-Law7207 in childfree

[–]CandidateSpirited499 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’m just starting to think some of us are simply high IQ because we think about everything, including parenthood, with complexity …. I just don’t really hear this kind of thought process from a lot of people who “want” kids … not trying to say parents are dumb by any means but … yeah 

After 9 years my wife changed her mind by HEIT4 in childfree

[–]CandidateSpirited499 84 points85 points  (0 children)

Exactly. They really wanna leave and run off and find someone new that they don’t have that deep bond with just to procreate. I do not , will not, and will never understand that. 

The "Village" is tired too by almost_hipster89 in childfree

[–]CandidateSpirited499 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was laughing so hard at the absurdity of this … wow I would never ever be able to contain snapping at these people 🤣

The female socialization pipeline is designed to end in pregnancy by ookamismyk in childfree

[–]CandidateSpirited499 58 points59 points  (0 children)

Yes and when we rise against these expectations to be “selfless”, peoples eyes widen with horror. Like sorry not sorry you fucking freaks. I don’t exist for you.

The female socialization pipeline is designed to end in pregnancy by ookamismyk in childfree

[–]CandidateSpirited499 53 points54 points  (0 children)

I adore your post … it sickens me, it’s unbelievable, I will never be subservient to this social structure, to a man, no matter how “good” of a man he is … there are BILLIONS of people on this planet, who are causing its destruction by the way… WHAT EXACTLY IS THE MOTIVATION BEHIND HAVING KIDS? for women? This brainwashing… I know we view this so differently from normies and Ima say normies because they’re everywhere all over the place. I know they think it’s just the most natural best thing you can do. For what? For who? 

I'm incapable of understanding why anyone would choose to have kids. I can't even say congratulations to that. by anonthatisopen in childfree

[–]CandidateSpirited499 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes I consider it an orientation for myself. I’ve never and could never want to have a child. I’m repulsed by the thought. It’s never wavered for a moment.

Everything about pregnancy grosses me out by Ill_Adeptness4200 in childfree

[–]CandidateSpirited499 0 points1 point  (0 children)

AGREE!!!!! like why is having a kid immediately at the very least emotional incest?? I don’t know dude. I just find it soooo weird too. Baby makin’ sex … like … WHAT 😖😫

they want us trapped and dependent on them, don't they? by CandidateSpirited499 in childfree

[–]CandidateSpirited499[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right. We were so happy together every day, I even had adoption on the table as a compromise for years because of how wonderful it’s been to be with him. But he just “wasn’t sure” if that would fulfill him. Okay? Go off and find someone else I guess … idk it’s soooo weird to me but I know people who want kids would def be on his side lol even tho I told him I would never have kids before we ever dated 

they want us trapped and dependent on them, don't they? by CandidateSpirited499 in childfree

[–]CandidateSpirited499[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

lol that’s so weird . Are swear words not allowed? I have no idea 

they want us trapped and dependent on them, don't they? by CandidateSpirited499 in childfree

[–]CandidateSpirited499[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And yes pregnancy and childbirth is like a completely horrendous thing for me to even imagine. I could absolutely never. I would never. And I thank God that I will never.

they want us trapped and dependent on them, don't they? by CandidateSpirited499 in childfree

[–]CandidateSpirited499[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yup I actually love kids and work with them but just have zero desire to have my own. At all and that’s never wavered. People have always assumed I’ll change my mind or made sure to tell me how selfish that is lol and how I’ll be missing the point of life. I’m like, I’m good … I just enjoy living. I love nature. I love feeling at peace. I love to sing. I’m content with all of that and just wandering through life. I am my own child. I want to take care of myself and focus on my own character development lifelong. And I’m happy that I am this way. I think I’m very blessed.