“Having children is overrated—most people do it because society expects them to, not because they genuinely want to”
Agree
- Social pressure drives most parenting decisions
- Many parents admit regretting it privately
- The sacrifices rarely match the rewards
- Population concerns make it less essential
- Fulfillment comes from many sources
Disagree
- Parenting brings unmatched meaning and joy
- It's literally our biological purpose
- Creates irreplaceable human connections
- Most parents find it deeply rewarding
- Society needs the next generation
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