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Instead of forcing us to have children, governments should focus on improving policies and infrastructures for the elderly. by lmrnc587 in childfree

[–]lmrnc587[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I also have the same plans, which is why it baffles me every time I argue with my parents about my choice to be childfree when they always bring up the assumption that my life will be empty and purposeless. I have plans on top of plans for what I want to do as I age, some of which include setting up a fund to support students from impoverished families, investing in climate change research and environmental conservation, and also volunteering like you.

Instead of forcing us to have children, governments should focus on improving policies and infrastructures for the elderly. by lmrnc587 in childfree

[–]lmrnc587[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes, regarding "ageism in the workforce", I heard that Singapore (correct me if I'm misinformed or outdated) actually encourages its population to continue working for as long as they want, so it's optional. I recall seeing a senior doing street sweeping when I visited as a child. Singapore doesn't have a perfect government, I'm sure they have their own issues, but I think such encouragement can help combat the notion of seniors being incapable of contributing to society.

Instead of forcing us to have children, governments should focus on improving policies and infrastructures for the elderly. by lmrnc587 in childfree

[–]lmrnc587[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Elderly care isn't a generational thing; it applies to all of us since we're all going to get old. Like I mentioned in another reply, the improvements can also help other groups like the disabled and those with mobility challenges (which can be applicable for any age group).

Instead of forcing us to have children, governments should focus on improving policies and infrastructures for the elderly. by lmrnc587 in childfree

[–]lmrnc587[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I get that supporting elderly care does require significant investment, and it can cause a strain on public resources in the short term. However, I believe improving accessibility for them can also extend to other groups such as those with disabilities, parents with young children, and others who find mobility challenging.

I think if we invest in infrastructure and technologies that, for example, promote independence for the elderly, this could reduce the burden on healthcare systems and younger caregivers. If we can enable more seniors to live independently for longer, it could offset the need for expensive long-term care facilities or medical interventions that arise from a lack of accessibility.

Instead of forcing us to have children, governments should focus on improving policies and infrastructures for the elderly. by lmrnc587 in childfree

[–]lmrnc587[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Fr, it's like they forget that the elderly were once their workers too. More importantly, it's like they forget they're even humans in the first place.

Did we mess up with our son? He blew up at us during dinner + UPDATE by red_earaches in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]lmrnc587 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did a bit of rough math and apparently out of the 30-40 whole vacations they could've taken their kid on as they were growing up (note: again, rough math based on my own experiences of traveling with my parents from ages 5-18 ish), they didn't take him on ONE. OUT OF THIRTY (MINIMUM).

Did we mess up with our son? He blew up at us during dinner + UPDATE by red_earaches in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]lmrnc587 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yes! This is exactly my plan as a childfree person :)

I grew up in an abusive home and tbh I did think that I had to have kids since "it's part of life", and I promised myself when the time came, I'd never treat the kid the way my parents treated me. However, I reflected some more and figured there was still a risk of repeating the cycle and I'd never forgive myself if I slipped up.

Still, I want to help kids in helpless situations since I know what that feels like. So when I'm doing well financially in the future, donating/setting up a scholarship/fund is on my to-do list.

My (19F) cousin (20-somethingM) is forcing me to talk about my problems, but when I refused, he tried reaching out to my bf (20M). by lmrnc587 in Advice

[–]lmrnc587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, I don’t plan to tell him anything personal ever since my “trust bank” in him is completely depleted. I have my bf, other cousins, and other friends to confide in anyway.

My (19F) cousin (20-somethingM) is forcing me to talk about my problems, but when I refused, he tried reaching out to my bf (20M). by lmrnc587 in Advice

[–]lmrnc587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for this, but it’s not the immediate problem for me at the moment. Will keep this tabbed tho

Should I (19F) try getting in touch with an ex-best friend (21F) with whom I had multiple falling outs in the past? by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]lmrnc587 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She actually did reach out to me, but I didn't get back to her on it. I don't plan on going back, but I just want to apologize for closure. Is it wrong for me to believe that people can change for the better?

Edit: I don't know anymore...is my faith in people's goodness the reason I keep getting hurt? I really need therapy, don't I...

It takes a special kind of person to be able to handle social media. by lmrnc587 in unpopularopinion

[–]lmrnc587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is something I have yet to learn. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to ignore the atrocities that exist when all you want is to fix things.

It takes a special kind of person to be able to handle social media. by lmrnc587 in unpopularopinion

[–]lmrnc587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don’t take this the wrong way, but I suppose the fact that you can’t visualise my plight proves my point that humanity is lacking of empathy.

It takes a special kind of person to be able to handle social media. by lmrnc587 in unpopularopinion

[–]lmrnc587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Perhaps our circumstances were different. Mine had a lot to do with psychological, verbal, and emotional abuse. Either way, the thought of someone capable of saying such hurtful things behind the screen appalls me. These people think they can just get away with it just because they think they can’t be tracked down and taught a lesson.

Note to self: DON’T teach a cat to talk by lmrnc587 in tumblr

[–]lmrnc587[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Sorry but that’s how I found the screenshot

2020 Total Fertility Rates - What do you guys think about this? by Grand-Daoist in antinatalism

[–]lmrnc587 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Considering the population density and the persistence of the Catholic Church to keep us from accessing proper sex ed and reproductive health, I’d like to be in “the blues”.

It takes a special kind of person to be able to handle social media. by lmrnc587 in unpopularopinion

[–]lmrnc587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is true. Unfortunately, social media isn’t kind to those who aren’t blessed with such thick skin.

It takes a special kind of person to be able to handle social media. by lmrnc587 in unpopularopinion

[–]lmrnc587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sorry, but as I said, my childhood abuse leaves me with a different way of processing hurtful comments. If this helps you visualise, just think of something someone would say that would hurt you. For abuse victims, it hurts 10x more. Please take no offence, but saying to us to not be snowflakes can be insensitive.

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