孩子：为什么精神与财富相对稳定的人们不想要孩子

Why do intelligent and financially stable people not want kids?And vice versa.Kaite Mason, Has a degree in psychology like 60% of all studentsUpdated 5d ago“What is that!?”“Blue.”“…blue.”“What is that!?”“Red.”“…red.”“What is that!?”“Purple.”“…purple.”That conversation continued and repeated itself over and over again for twenty minutes as our train launched to a close destination. I attempted to convey as much shortness in my voice that the child wouldn't notice, but her parent would be rather aware of the fact that I had no intention of engaging for any period of time with this small human being who had injected herself into my fiancé and my conversation.The mother leaned wearily against the glass, her eyes downwards, taking a moment of respite as her toddler chatted up neighbors. My voice softened and I granted her the reprieve she needed.But I hate conversing with small children. I hate talking to them, working with them–don’t find them cute in the least. Her silent urging of, “please, please give me a moment” only confirmed my dislike towards tiny humans.Nothing about babies awakens any primal urges to mother them.The little girl shrieked in enjoyment as I helped guide her through the spectrum of colors on my backpack (why must children shriek? It's the worst noise), and I bit my tongue and made sure the child continued to look at the world with rose-colored lenses.Children are our future. I know that. And there's no way I'd ever want to be the lesson of how people can be quite cruel to such a young, bright girl.But it was definitely a solid reminder that parenting was not for me.People tell me all the time that I'm going to change my mind. They've told me that since I was in high school. Nothing yet. I've found a wonderful significant other who agrees on this vital aspect that decides compatibility.We're educated, financially stable, and do not want children.Simply because…we do not want children. We don't like them. Don't want 'em. Unless you take MRI's of our brains, you won't find the real reason.Note: As I’m sure our petty friends have noticed, this post has been the catalyst for quite a bit of blocking.Specifically speaking to the sort of commenter who has the lack of discipline that they must go out of their way to leave disparaging feedback: I’m glad you feel as though you are better than me for being so selfless as to force another human being into this world without asking if they wanted to join—and I’m sure you are quite proud of the example you have provided for our next generation by attempting to bully another human being through online, reflexive comments while calling me the lowlife. Oh yes, you are certainly giving back to this world in the only way possible, through procreation. Pat yourself on the back and feel proud of that comment you have left. You are, obviously, the superior person.Er…what? Are you actually serious right now? Good thing I don't care what, “you think”. That logic is simply bizarre and appalling. I'll “return the favor” by taking care of my mom–you know–the person who took care of me.Those who politely disagree, thank you for your civility. You are the sort who are wonderful parents, who our next generation needs to look up to for guidance.