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Daily Discussion Thread: Tue 05 Dec 2023 (aussie.zone)

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago)

I see where you're coming from and I'd generally agree. I think for me it's more that I don't want to bring a child into this world.

There's going to be a huge food, water and climate problem in the near future (I work in this space and know how companies and investors think). I don't think it would be fair to bring a child in this hot mess, but that's just me. Also a part of me does not have the patience to deal with a child and selfishly, I don't want to give my time to a child. I don't think I'll make the sacrifices necessary for the child.

Anyway, that's just me and thank you for listening to my rant 💁‍♂️

Also plenty of orphaned kids in the world in case I / future we decide we want a kid. I'd gladly adopt!