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i see too many people do things such as get married and have kids only to work out years down the track that they’ve been feeling so lost all this time because they didn’t actually want any of this stuff, they just went along with the herd. they were too – almost ashamed – to admit they wanted anything else.
I totally gave up on feeling I had to live according to other people's expectations when I turned 40. Not that I had lived so much according to people's expectations before I turned 40 but there was this niggling feeling that I should feel worse about that than I did. 40 was very liberating.
I'm not sure why you would think you might be living an irresponsible life. Irresponsible lives are the lives of moochers, deadbeat parents, people who lack empathy, etc. You say that you care about the well-being of those who are close to you, you don't say you are mooching off society, so I don't see what is irresponsible in your life.
I feel happy by simply working, going out places, studying, using the internet, and watching films. I don't think I ever want children, and only want responsibilities related to work, my own well-being and those of those close to me.
Is this an irresponsible way of life? What makes up/constitutes such a thing?
No, your lifestyle does not constitute irresponsibility.
Sounds to me like you're a bit of a loner and that you enjoy your own company, and I think that's pretty healthy. Not everyone's meant to have families of their own. Perhaps, through your work, or even in your limited associations with close ones, you contribute something besides reproducing.
I don't know if you're just curious or battling an inner nagging feeling of guilt, but you shouldn't worry about it.
Your free to live life as you want to, as long as it doesn't hurt others. If people say you are selfish for not having kids, those people are just sad and jealous. Live your life to the fullest, not everyone needs to have kids. The world is overpopulated as it is.
You determine your way of life. It sounds to me like you're happy with your choices and as long as you aren't hurting others that's just fine. I would not call you irresponsible at all. In fact, you sound very thoughtful and responsible to me. Self-determination is a wonderful thing!
Is this an irresponsible way of life? What makes up/constitutes such a thing?
there are unpleasant things you have to deal with, whether by chance or by decision. if you don't deal with them, that's irresponsible. if you make a habit of it, maybe somebody would call that an irresponsible way of life.
There is nothing absolutely wrong with the way you are living. I may add to that to remember to treat other individuals with the same respect as you would like to be treated. Also only hang with that group that has those values you listed above. You my friend are a responsible member of society. So don't be down on yourself.
Is this an irresponsible way of life? What makes up/constitutes such a thing?
If all you care about is your bank account, going out and watching movies then yeah I think so. You'll realize sooner or later that what you're doing has no real substance (self-indulgence, escaping reality through entertainment, etc). Focus on duty and responsibility if you want to strive towards bettering yourself and your people. This is important if a way of life is to continue. Having a family constructs the very social fabric of a nation. It's not all about 'feel good'. When you see yourself in a bigger context then you will understand purpose and responsibility.
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