In recent years, you may have heard that China's birth rate is declining. Actually, this is not a new thing, but what is a little surprising is that this decline is not because of wars and disasters, but because everyone is unwilling to have more children.
Is this because the pressure of survival is too great, or is everyone "unable to roll"? Today we are going to talk about this topic.
Let's talk about the pressure of survival first. Many young people feel that life is stressful now, and the cost of housing, education, medical care and other aspects is really breathless. Buying a house is millions at every turn, and the mortgage is decades, which is really stressful.
Coupled with the cost of raising a child, from pregnancy to the child's schooling, the amount spent is also an astronomical amount along the way. Many young people do the math and feel that they can't afford it at all, so they simply don't give birth or only have one.
In addition, the lifestyles and attitudes of young people have also changed a lot. In the past, everyone thought that getting married and having children was the only way to go in life, but now more and more people are pursuing personal freedom and self-realization. Many people feel that having children is a long-term responsibility, and if they do not have adequate psychological preparation and economic conditions, it is better to enjoy their own lives. This change in perception has also led to a decline in the birth rate.
Another reason is that the competition in the workplace is becoming more and more fierce, and everyone feels that they are "unable to roll". There is a lot of work pressure and overtime, and many people are too tired to move when they get home from work, so how can they have the energy to take care of their children? In particular, some female friends have to face gender discrimination in the workplace and balance the pressure of family and work. Some people simply choose not to get married, not to have children, and to focus on their careers and lives.
Of course, this situation is also worrying. There are many problems that may be brought about by the decline in the birth rate, such as the serious aging of the population in the future, the reduction of the labor force, and the increase in the burden of social pension. These problems will affect the development of the country and the stability of society. The government is also actively introducing various policies, such as increasing childcare subsidies, increasing maternity leave, and encouraging men and women to share family responsibilities equally, hoping to encourage everyone to have more children.
But at the end of the day, it's up to each individual to decide whether to have children or not. We can understand the hesitation and concern of some young people in the face of high parenting costs and life pressures. The progress and development of society should not only be based on increasing the number of people, but also pay attention to the happiness and quality of life of each individual.
Therefore, rather than simply attributing the decline in the birth rate to an "existential crisis" or "not moving", it is better to say that it is an inevitable phenomenon of social development. What we need to do is to create a better living environment for everyone, so that everyone is willing to choose to have children without worries.
Overall, the declining birth rate is a complex social problem that cannot be explained simply by one cause. We need to understand it from multiple perspectives and find solutions. Whether it is the government's policy support or the change of social attitudes, it is the direction we need to work together. I hope that in the future, everyone can live with peace of mind in a relaxed and happy environment, be willing to have children, and jointly build a better society.