> In fact the default "you should have children to be happy/successful/not-be-frowned upon" is arguably the wrong one. As biological organisms, our sole purpos

> In fact the default "you should have children to be happy/successful/not-be-frowned upon" is arguably the wrong one. As biological organisms, our sole purpose is to reproduce. Our minds are designed around a lifecycle that includes having children and grandchildren. Betting that forgoing these will make for a happier life seems like a terrible wager.