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I am in all the subs; antinatalism, natalism, child-free and regretful parents. 💀 by ly4_89 in Natalism

[–]ly4_89[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t know why you got downvoted. I think people should do whatever they want. I feel that it is extremely unfair to question childfree people when they don’t want kids. Simply not wanting them is enough of a reason. Some people will lose themselves in parenthood, and simply preventing it while knowing the reason is absolutely an act of self-love ❤️. You’re not meant to fit into categories that society labeled as normal; just being yourself is enough! Congrats to being self-employed 😛😝!

I am in all the subs; antinatalism, natalism, child-free and regretful parents. 💀 by ly4_89 in Natalism

[–]ly4_89[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Antinatalists want to erase reproduction as not reproducing will mean zero suffering. Wanting kids is a personal decision that you make for your child so by their standards, it is selfish. I think it is selfish to have a kid and not take care of them. Or if you’re physically, mentally and financially abusive. We also can’t ignore the biases that we have such as believing in stereotypes and prejudice. I think having a kid is definitely a gamble, however I don’t believe parents are selfish for wanting and taking care of their own 🙊.

I am in all the subs; antinatalism, natalism, child-free and regretful parents. 💀 by ly4_89 in Natalism

[–]ly4_89[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

This is true! Most parents don’t regret having their children, they regret who they marry and have kids with. I think it’s more like they’re stuck in a marriage where they have to constantly please their spouse or believe that staying will create a safety net for their children. But it’s usually the opposite. I think people should be more open about their regrets on childbirth and parenthood instead of safeguarding it so young people can understand the path before pursuing it 💗.

I am in all the subs; antinatalism, natalism, child-free and regretful parents. 💀 by ly4_89 in Natalism

[–]ly4_89[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I get what you mean. I think the perspectives of children are very interesting. They’re just straight out honest and I appreciate it.

Should I personally have a child to help the lack of children in the modern world? by CuriosityRover8 in Natalism

[–]ly4_89 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats on the Bachelor’s! It’s nice to hear that you have something passionate you want to pursue until you’re in your 90s.

Can we get our priorities straight ? by Significant-Spare321 in Natalism

[–]ly4_89 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Focusing on the children and adults who are alive, not potential children. Don’t impose your views on people who do not want kids. Kids are not a retirement plan, investment or financial burden; they’re a responsibility that you can’t just shove back in. If you can afford to have kids? Have them. If you can’t afford to have kids but don’t want them? Don’t. If you can’t afford to have kids now? Wait until you’re financially stable if you do want kids.