Stumbling onto this sub was the best thing that’s happened to me in a long time

I’ve always known that I didn’t want kids, I was sterilized almost 5 years ago. I was on birth control for a few years and hated it. I felt like I was going insane and felt like I couldn’t focus on anything. My mind was so cluttered and I felt like I couldn’t function. I decided that I never wanted kids so I got my tubes tied. I felt better almost instantly and my mind stopped racing all the time. <br><br>I had a few friends who were happy for me and a few who weren’t. I hung out with the ones who were happy for me more even though we were all friends for years. <br><br>Recently me and the friends who weren’t happy for my decision got into a conversation and they said that I was making a huge mistake and that as time went on I would realize that. <br><br>I felt so uneasy and scared after that conversation. It had been almost 5 years since my surgery and I was happy with my decision. I’m a nurse and I make really good money and have a great partner but I started having doubts and second guessing myself. <br><br>I got on chambers and came across this sub and read through some of the posts and it made me realize that I didn’t make a mistake and this is 100% what I want. <br><br>Not having kids is the best decision I ever made and it’s made me a better and happier person. I put myself through nursing school without any loans and I get to enjoy the things I like without having to worry about anyone else. I also get to take care of people who can’t take care of themselves and it’s the best feeling in the world. <br><br>Thank you to this sub and everyone on here for making me feel better and making me realize that I’m doing exactly what I’m supposed to be doing. I’m so happy and I get to enjoy my life without the added stress of kids.