Do you think it is selfish to decide not have children?

Do you think it is selfish to decide not have children?
by

1 Answer

Answer :

Any decision about choosing, or not, to be a parent is selfish.
by

Related questions

Parents: how to teach kids not to be selfish with money?

Description : Parents: how to teach kids not to be selfish with money?

Last Answer : I’m not a parent, but my mom would literally take my money away from me if I ever even let her see me think about being selfish, while growing up. In your situation, my mother probably would teach me a lesson about being charitable and make me donate the toys to a local charity.

Is it selfish to only want one child?

Description : Is it selfish to only want one child?

Last Answer : answer:No, why would you think it selfish? Because you are not providing replacements for the both of you? FWIW I enjoy having a brother and sister. I always feel I have someone at my back when I need a helping hand.

When did you finally decide to break down and buy the ... <music playing> dum dum duuuuuum ... MINIVAN?

Description : When did you finally decide to break down and buy the ... dum dum duuuuuum ... MINIVAN?

Last Answer : my mum bought hers when i was about 12 i think. i practically begged her to get it, i don’t know why. as much as i dislike it now, it is super convenient…

How and when did you decide to have kids? (planned ones)

Description : How and when did you decide to have kids? (planned ones)

Last Answer : answer:There's never going to be an opportune' moment to have a child; as long as its created out of love, the right moment will be whenever it comes. Now as for other life plans, what worked in my case (and my ... as you can. This from a happy husband and father of two :) (p.s. I'm 34 years old).

What do you think about the sacrifices parents make when they probably had their children for selfish reasons anyway?

Description : What do you think about the sacrifices parents make when they probably had their children for selfish reasons anyway?

Last Answer : answer: ...deserve some sort of special respect when they signed on for exactly that responsibility when they chose to have a child? I think this is worded kind of oddly. I don't know anyone that acts like ... it about all other things as well. Is that sort-of what you meant? If not, I'm sorry.

Why would choosing not to have children be considered selfish?

Description : Why would choosing not to have children be considered selfish?

Last Answer : Many people have been raised under the paradigm of: grow, up, get married, have children, work until 65, be grandparents, then die. Couples that don't have children have a lot of disposable income ... consider DINKs (double income, no kids) selfish because they are not sharing by raising a family.

Is having children a selfish act?

Description : Is having children a selfish act?

Last Answer : It is a biological imperative.

Have you ever heard of anyone being called selfish for NOT wanting to have children?

Description : Have you ever heard of anyone being called selfish for NOT wanting to have children?

Last Answer : hormones can make people absurdly irrational.

Do you think Anti-vaxxers have any culpability if their children get sick and die?

Description : Do you think Anti-vaxxers have any culpability if their children get sick and die?

Last Answer : Absolutely. They are just as culpable as parents who leave a loaded gun out on the table.

Do you think children should be taught to give gifts as well?

Description : Do you think children should be taught to give gifts as well?

Last Answer : Yes. That was a big part of learning to share and have empathy for your family members, plus it helped me learn to not be so selfish as an only child.

What do you think about friends posting on facebook that their 8 year old children are afraid their friends will be deported or harmed by haters?

Description : What do you think about friends posting on facebook that their 8 year old children are afraid their friends will be deported or harmed by haters?

Last Answer : “Reversed racism” comes to mind, as well as “humble bragging” and “being hysteric”.

Do you think it's all right for adults to use products designed for children?

Description : Do you think it's all right for adults to use products designed for children?

Last Answer : Products designed for kids, probably okay. They may not work as well as other products, but you'll be able to tell. Medicine, no not unless directed by your doctor. They're designed for kids, they may ... a baby aspirin daily for heart health. That's okay, otherwise, I'd err on the side of caution.

For those who belive in corporal punishment towards children do you think the reverse is the same (Details inside)

Description : For those who belive in corporal punishment towards children do you think the reverse is the same (Details inside)

Last Answer : It isn’t comparable.

What do you think about children making gift registries for their birthdays?

Description : What do you think about children making gift registries for their birthdays?

Last Answer : answer:I feel gift registries are for bridal showers and baby showers, where the recipients have likely already got established collections or preferences, and have already researched what will fit into their lives. ... disgusting. There is nothing in the world an 8 year old needs from Toys R Us.

Do you think people treat their pets (especially dogs) about the same way they treat their children?

Description : Do you think people treat their pets (especially dogs) about the same way they treat their children?

Last Answer : I don’t have children, but I like my dog more and treat her better than I treat other people’s kids. She lives inside and sleeps in our bed. She’s cute, she sleeps a lot, she’s affectionate, and she doesn’t puke/piss/shit on me. Like a kid, but better.

Can you think of some examples of small, seemingly "inconsequential" acts that adults may perform in front of their children that can have a profound impact on the child?

Description : Can you think of some examples of small, seemingly "inconsequential" acts that adults may perform in front of their children that can have a profound impact on the child?

Last Answer : answer:Yes lying to others in front of your children is astonishing. An overuse of profanity in front of children bothers me. They’re bad enough on their own. I don’t think they make good child rearing tools.

What do you think about the statement 1 in 3 children in America grow up without a father?

Description : What do you think about the statement 1 in 3 children in America grow up without a father?

Last Answer : I think in some way, many children WITH a father grow up without a father. The kids are in daycare all day and maybe the parents get to see their dads 1 hour a day before bedtime.

What do you think about a policy of no sharing for children?

Description : What do you think about a policy of no sharing for children?

Last Answer : Hmmmm. I don’t like it. I think it breeds selfishness and disregard for others. I mean, you don’t rip the toy away, but I think you should encourage the child to share.

What do you think about time outs for children?

Description : What do you think about time outs for children?

Last Answer : Do not use them. Was never put in a timeout as a kid. Seems like just another chance to avoid parenting.

Why do you think children color on walls?

Description : Why do you think children color on walls?

Last Answer : Because it’s a HUGE canvas, and it is so everybody can see it! And small kids can’t foresee the damage and work for others, for them it is something to be proud of!

Do you think very young children should play with smart phones, tablets and video games? If so, what is the youngest age for this?

Description : Do you think very young children should play with smart phones, tablets and video games? If so, what is the youngest age for this?

Last Answer : answer:I went to a conference earlier this year about education and new technology. One of the presenters showed a video of a very young child playing with a phone. Looking at photos and I think the ... . I am sure we will manage this. It will take time though and technological change moves quickly.

What do you think of couples who don't want children?

Description : What do you think of couples who don't want children?

Last Answer : It is their absolute right. What one does not have the right to do is judge them.

Do you think it's OK to let children play outside by themselves?

Description : Do you think it's OK to let children play outside by themselves?

Last Answer : Yes, but I’m only going off my experience: we ran around the neighborhood and never had any near-misses. We even played hide and seek at night in a cul-de-sack. I wasn’t hit by a car or molested, either.

Do you think little children can see angels?

Description : Do you think little children can see angels?

Last Answer : No. Do you have invisible friends and monsters under your bed as well?

Will you tell me what you think about only children?

Description : Will you tell me what you think about only children?

Last Answer : clingy

What do you think of "toddlers in tiaras" children beauty pageants?

Description : What do you think of "toddlers in tiaras" children beauty pageants?

Last Answer : Personally, I think it's bizarre. Some of those parents who enter their very young children in stressful, competitive beauty pageants, making them cry out of pressure to win, should get their heads examined ... contests at the whims of their lunatic parents. Sigh, I weep for these poor children. :(

Do you think for young men there is a contradiction in telling teens to give up their baby for adoption and walking away from their children?

Description : Do you think for young men there is a contradiction in telling teens to give up their baby for adoption and walking away from their children?

Last Answer : The child is THE most important person here. I’m not entirely sure that I understand the question, Could you explain further?

What do you think about the importance of rituals for children?

Description : What do you think about the importance of rituals for children?

Last Answer : I know structure is necessary in children’s life and rituals are all about structure – so, I don’t see a problem with rituals for children..just depends on what they’re about. Mostly, the rituals my kids are aware of are birthdays, deaths, protests and weddings.

What do you think about fostering children?

Description : What do you think about fostering children?

Last Answer : I have considered it.

What do you think of raising children in a "gender neutral" way?

Description : What do you think of raising children in a "gender neutral" way?

Last Answer : I think it would cause more issues than not. I think that at birth a person is naturally hetero-sexual and should thus be treated as such, if they were raised in-specifically they would have to look to outside groups and influences for the answer.

What do you think will happen to Gen Y that will make us fear our children?

Description : What do you think will happen to Gen Y that will make us fear our children?

Last Answer : Gen Ys are family centric.

What do you think about children that wear leashes?

Description : What do you think about children that wear leashes?

Last Answer : I agree with you [at]will. Just take the time and learn how to properly control your child.

For those of you who have children or grandchildren in sports. Have you ever gotten aggravated because the parents stick their nose into a game, or argue with the coach?

Description : For those of you who have children or grandchildren in sports. Have you ever gotten aggravated because the parents stick their nose into a game, or argue with the coach?

Last Answer : We were on the verge of winning community league playoffs, so we could move on to district championships. After two episodes of stupid parents yelling at the coach, the official stepped on the field, blew ... though we were actually wining. Luckily they shut the F up after that, and we did win.

If you were able to do the Vulcan Nerve Pinch, how regularly would you use it on your children?

Description : If you were able to do the Vulcan Nerve Pinch, how regularly would you use it on your children?

Last Answer : JUST my child?

Are there any cultures that encourage children to continue to live at home after they've become adults?

Description : Are there any cultures that encourage children to continue to live at home after they've become adults?

Last Answer : I don't know. On Roots, they cut Kunta's footoh, handed him a bedroll, and told him to go to his new hut. One of my fluther friends is a young woman in her early twenties living with her parents. ... 't know more on the subject. It seems like by now I'd have seen enough pbs specials to know more.

Should there be separate, restricted to adults, showings of films that have a high risk of having tons of children in the audience?

Description : Should there be separate, restricted to adults, showings of films that have a high risk of having tons of children in the audience?

Last Answer : It’s called the 9:00 p.m. showing, loli.

Should Catholics or Jews be banned from taking in foster children?

Description : Should Catholics or Jews be banned from taking in foster children?

Last Answer : I think anyone who is religious should be banned. Why stop at just Catholics and Jews? Why not Mormons too, at least?

Is gaming useful or harmful for children?

Description : Is gaming useful or harmful for children?

Last Answer : Of course it is good. However, moderation is still the key here.

Would you say something to the children of an alcoholic?

Description : Would you say something to the children of an alcoholic?

Last Answer : We have had dealings twice now with parents who were alcoholics. Now, the children we were dealing with were teens. Friends of our kids. The thing we did was to be there for them. When they wanted ... It doesn't come off as a lecture, but it sends the subtle message that alcoholism was the cause.

What makes people want to harm children?

Description : What makes people want to harm children?

Last Answer : Children are loud, annoying, needy, often times aggressive and violent, disobedient and self absorbed, devoid of manners and etiquette. So it is only natural to hate them.

What is the most likely cause of Catholic priests’ sexual abuse of children?

Description : What is the most likely cause of Catholic priests’ sexual abuse of children?

Last Answer : Celibacy and the power differential.

Is it immoral for people with precarious lives to have children?

Description : Is it immoral for people with precarious lives to have children?

Last Answer : .

At sleep away camp, could you call your parents any time? If you have children at camp, can they call you?

Description : At sleep away camp, could you call your parents any time? If you have children at camp, can they call you?

Last Answer : At the camp I and my kids went to, parents were only called in an emergency. One time my son was very depressed and he called us two nights in a row. There was visiting day once a month. My kids were older when they started though – 11 or 12.

Do you, or did you, treat your children differently in public than you did when you were home alone with them?

Description : Do you, or did you, treat your children differently in public than you did when you were home alone with them?

Last Answer : Regarding people treating their kids in public differently; I can tell because the kids are invariably brats and the parents know they can't slap or punch or yank whatever they normally do (which is why the kids ... they do nothing beyond a timid, No Joey. Don't do that. and Joey does that anyway.

Do you ever give your adult children parenting advice?

Description : Do you ever give your adult children parenting advice?

Last Answer : When they ask. Sometimes I will make “observations” in general but nothing specific unless they ask and never in front of the grandchildren.

Can children suffer from stress?

Description : Can children suffer from stress?

Last Answer : Yes, of course. I remember feeling stressed when I was 7, 8 years old – just from school.

Should you tell your adult children your income?

Description : Should you tell your adult children your income?

Last Answer : If you are worried that the boyfriend will ask for money, then no, I wouldn’t tell your daughter your income. It’s none of her business anyway.

Are children growing up more slowly than ever before?

Description : Are children growing up more slowly than ever before?

Last Answer : Helicopter parenting are messing up our children. I was a freedom fighter (class clown) ever since grade 5 where the teachers expected us to fully eat the B.S. that they shoved down our throats.

What are some embarrassing/funny things you (as a child) or your children have said unknowingly?

Description : What are some embarrassing/funny things you (as a child) or your children have said unknowingly?

Last Answer : Once on a visit to charleston we were visiting the slave market building and my parents told me that I asked if we could “buy a slave”, they explained to me why that was wrong. I was four or five.

Should we always believe what children tell us?

Description : Should we always believe what children tell us?

Last Answer : answer:I would argue adults lie more and their lies are way more serious. OMFG lunch vs WMD in Iraq. Clearly we shouldn’t believe anything anyone tells us.