Unexpectedly, now "cutting off children and grandchildren" has become a social phenomenon that is difficult to reverse. Although this is a distressing situation, we have to admit that this has become a reality in mainland society. On this issue, many people have voluntarily chosen to "cut off their children and grandchildren", especially those single men and women in their 30s who are still unmarried. According to relevant data, from 540 million people at the beginning of the founding of the People's Republic of China to 1.4 billion people in 2022, the mainland has grown by nearly 900 million people in 61 years. However, since 2017, the mainland's birth rate has continued to decline, with the country's population decreasing by 850,000 in 2022, with a natural population growth rate of -0.6%, the first negative population growth in 61 years.
What is even more serious is that the generation that has given birth in the past is about to enter retirement, which makes the problem of population aging in the mainland more prominent. In response to this crisis, the state has introduced a two-child and three-child policy, and encouraged young people to have children by giving subsidies and benefits. However, people today are becoming more sober, pursuing freedom, individuality, and happiness, and are more cautious about marriage and childbearing.
In a street interview, a 36-year-old brother spoke the hearts of many men. When asked why he didn't get married, he said that he had saved some money for half his life, which was enough to make himself comfortable. If you get married, you will have to face the pressure of buying a house, buying a car, bride price, and raising a family. He was afraid that he would not be able to take on this responsibility, so he chose to be single.
In addition, a girl also said that her salary is higher than that of many boys, and she is not willing to accompany others to endure hardships and start a business. She is very comfortable with her life now, and she doesn't need to look at other people's faces. After getting married, she may have to become a yellow-faced mother-in-law, give birth to children, support her family, and face the relationship between her mother-in-law and daughter-in-law. These pressures put her off from getting married.
In fact, the key to solving this problem lies not only in the economy, but also in the transformation of social attitudes. Japan and South Korea also face the problem of young people being reluctant to have children, and despite their high GDP per capita and various government subsidies, the effect is not significant. So, what is the reason for this phenomenon, and how do we solve this problem?
First of all, we need to face up to the problem and recognize its gravity. Then, at the national level, we will continue to implement relevant policies and increase support for families, so that young people can feel the support and care of the state in terms of childbearing. In addition, a shift in social attitudes is crucial. We should respect individual choices, advocate the freedom of marriage and childbearing, and reduce the psychological pressure of young people.
At the same time, we should also pay attention to reforms in education, employment, pension and other fields, so that everyone can find their own value and sense of belonging in this country. Only in this way can we gradually solve this problem of "cutting off children and grandchildren" and make our society more harmonious and prosperous.
In short, in the face of this thorny problem, we need the joint efforts of the state, society, families and individuals. Let us work together for the future of our country and the prosperity of our nation. On this issue, we might as well think more, put forward more suggestions, and contribute to solving this problem.
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