Why do some people think women's only purpose is to have kids?

[Anonymous]

[Lliam]

I don't know. That's not my attitude. I think women, have a right to pursue joy and fulfillment, just like everyone else. But having children isn't the only path.

Many men want to pass on their genes and family names, and they need women to accomplish that. Unfortunately, some of those men care more about that goal than about the women who make it possible. That's classic patriarchy.

There are men who have an impregnation fetish.

There are men and women who love kids and want to raise families.

It's true that fecundity is part of what women are. They are the only ones who can grow life inside them, bear children, and nurture them with their bodies. They can blossom and bear fruit. It's miraculous.

But, for some people, there is more to life. Some women don't want to go through the rigors of pregnancy, or to spend their lives serving a man and children. It's not selfish. They may love men but want more of an equal, loving partnership that doesn't match the standard breadwinner/housewife paradigm.

They are entitled to make their own decisions and pursue their own bliss.

I can relate because I never wanted to be shackled to the care and raising of children. And I found the perfect mate. My wife and I have been happily married now for almost 27 years, have had a LOT of fun, and built a wonderful life together. We never had kids and are glad. We can focus on each other.

So to each their own. Women don't owe their bodies to society. They are capable of being much more than brood mares.

[Sirius1]

If it’s a popular perception, it’s probably taught to them. Common sense is also taught. We rarely hear people’s own individualistic ideas.

[CriticalCatDad123]

Well aren’t women the only ones who can five birth to children? Aren’t women meant to be the caregivers? If not than I guess men aren’t meant to be the protectors. 🤷🏻‍♂️If women don't want to adhere to their gender roles, men shouldn't have to either

[CriticalCatDad123]

Also women are only special because of children. That's the only reason they're valuable. Because of children

[Asker]

"The only ones" out of 2? 1 out of 2? That's not special that's normal. It's A purpose, sure, but the ONLY purpose? Obviously not. I hope you don't think your only purpose in life is to protect women either because that's even stupider (with all due respect).

[CriticalCatDad123]

Alright than what is a man's purpose and what is a woman's purpose?

[Asker]

I don't need to decide what everybody's purpose is. They can figure out what they're good at and what's important in their own life. Your only purpose CAN be protecting women, if you think that's what you're good at and that's what's important to you. I just think that's a stupid purpose to dedicate your whole life to. I'm not dedicating my whole life to only one purpose, personally.

[CriticalCatDad123]

I'm not saying it should be in saying that's what it has been and is if women are the caregivers when it comes to having a family. I personally don't plan on having my own family and im sure I'm not the only one. Besides I am incapable of protecting anyone. And just because women are weaker than men doesn't mean they can't use weapons. Men aren't even able to defend themselves against a woman without it being considered abuse or harassment.

[Asker]

So you understand that just because someone can do something, maybe even better than average, that doesn't mean it's their purpose in life. Cool. I wish everyone understood that.

[jahaims]

Some people think the earth is flat too lol. Most people are morons.

[Agape93]

No idea

[gorydetails]

no one says that.

[Asker]

I wish