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Why is it embarrassing to say that certain human relations aren't suitable for one's time and interests? Why is it embarrassing to point out the world for what
by Dalewyn 3y ago
Why is it embarrassing to say that certain human relations aren't suitable for one's time and interests?
Why is it embarrassing to point out the world for what it is?
Why is it embarrassing to pursue and obtain happiness?
I am under no obligation to marry or to procreate, why do so many people care about what I do in my private life? I certainly don't of others' lives, it's none of my business and it's their life to live as they see fit; I wish more people would also just mind their own business and stop bothering me.
Incidentally: Yes, I can't wait until I'm old enough to be ejected from the marriage market I don't want to be in so I will finally stop being bothered by this bullshit.
- saxonww 3y agoI think it's less about the position you've taken as it is the broadcasting and framing of it. It's difficult to engage with what you've said beyond inquiring into your history and reasoning, asking you what has happened in your life to lead you to make these choices. It steers the discussion away from the article and towards you. Hence, the comment about being self-absorbed. The 'embarrassed' qualifier really attaches to that - the steering - not the statements themselves. > why do so many people care about what I do in my private life? One thing you could consider is whether people would care as much about your decisions if you didn't announce them and invite response. You may not be intending to invite response, but I've personally found that if I comment in a public discussion forum, people often assume I'm trying to start a discussion, and reply.