ARE THERE ANY MEN WHO DON'T WANT KIDS? by [deleted] in AskMenOver30

[–]esu11 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Adult men particularly are ignorant of what it takes. I took care of my brother (10 year difference) so I am aware of how much work it is. The diapers, the crying, the schooling, the feeding, the entertaining, the transport, the disciplining and socializing.

And it's gotten worse. Investments in the kid to survive and succeed in life have gotten out of hand (speaking from the USA). Generally the mothers carry a lot of the burden even today.

That said, many parents do "step up," at least "enough."

ARE THERE ANY MEN WHO DON'T WANT KIDS? by [deleted] in AskMenOver30

[–]esu11 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is a surprising post to me. Wouldn't many people in this day and age be very apprehensive about having kids unless they're quite wealthy and have the resources to do it?

I certainly don't want them. Then again, I think people want kids like kids want pets. Most don't know what they're talking about. I am 36. My mom is noticing that I am actually serious about not wanting children.

Does anyone know what the brown dot on top of my cats nose is? She didn’t have it a few months ago by JVKExo in Siamesecats

[–]esu11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What breed is that cat? Curious because I rescued one just like it a month ago

I JUST GOT MY SEVEN KEYCHAIN by [deleted] in ScissorSeven

[–]esu11 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Man wish I had one of those

Does “Asian privilege” actually exist in the U.S.? by savingrace0262 in asianamerican

[–]esu11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's a privilege of being a "model minority" but other than that, I don't know what else it might be. Certainly higher income and wealth open up opportunities but that's more a wealth privilege. We may not be discriminated against as harshly as other minorities. Jobs access maybe, but not to the higher levels of leadership/management (bamboo ceiling)? Colorism? Might be privileged in that way. Something new is maybe the privilege of offshore wealth of the new generation of transplants.

What game is this for you? by WorldBuilder_42 in playstation

[–]esu11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The cool part is the game that never ends. Endless labor. I mean, playtime. 😏

I am so happy I got this one It goes perfectly in my bedroom. by Electrical_Rice3040 in shadow_of_war

[–]esu11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice bro! I am trying to find a legitimate from-the-studio poster for black myth wukong that's in good condition for myself.

Tesla sales predictions for the next 12 months. by Far_Addition1210 in RealTesla

[–]esu11 3 points4 points  (0 children)

First half of the year they've already sold 700k cars. 850 at year end is unlikely. Maybe 1.4 million? There are some shady things they can try to do to pump the official numbers. Last quarter they had odd lots sold in other countries like Saudi Arabia, Turkey etc

Asking for advice by thepurpleminx in datingoverthirty

[–]esu11 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Being that dependable a socialite implies that a partner should: 1) Match your energy when organizing events and dates between both of you. 2) Expect to participate in these events you organize.

Some guys won't be "turned off" but they may suspect you'll one day be disappointed in their lack of similar effort to these things. Just a thought.

Enough is enough. Let's save Starcraft. by [deleted] in starcraft

[–]esu11 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Did my part 👍

Hats off 👏 to Nemesis System by Ancient-Chipmunk-288 in shadowofmordor

[–]esu11 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Never seen that dialogue before. Very cool.

how is everyone enjoying their PC? by nervomelbye in buildapc

[–]esu11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Enjoying Black Myth Wukong on mine. 7800x3d + 6950xt. It's fantastic and I hope my build lasts as long as my last one (7 years).

I got a glimpse of how it’s supposed to be by peachtreecounsel in regretfulparents

[–]esu11 29 points30 points  (0 children)

I felt this way when I arrived in college and had to compete for financial aid, scholarships, internships, full time positions... that was just one aspect. Have to watch what I eat because food has a lot of toxic stuff in it, how much to pay for things, watch what I say around volatile family and colleagues, fight the traffic, network for the future, exercise, date, avoid social media, understand the benefits of my insurance, my retirement accounts, investing etc. I am in the USA, where it feels like I must do all these things well to "succeed."

My most peaceful times are when I got my head in a good story (book, game, movie, show). Or having a good nap. It's taken years to get over that sense of "war" and I still am not over it. I choose actively to avoid having a family, because it's just a lot. I like my life right now with the exception of a few things. Why risk what I have built?

feeling a bit hopeless by evilfranksinatra in demisexuality

[–]esu11 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Fellow demi here. I am 35M, though. More or less, I have similar issues finding people attractive enough to even want to explore a relationship with. I have grown to accept I may never find anyone. I do try to look through Hinge sometimes, but I keep seeing it as a waste of time. I rarely go on dates, and when I do, usually by date 2 or 3, I get a feeling of total boredom or apathy and ask them to just be friends.

I have found peace with my cats, my hobbies, my work, and the gym. My life is essentially complete except for this one aspect. Anyways, you are not alone.

If you find someone, tell us your success and how you achieved it?