Before I became a parent, death really freaked me out. I read a lot of the immortality literature and took comfort in the idea that we might be the first generation to live forever. We'll see, on that front.

Just like you, though, when I contemplate mortality now, my mind goes immediately to my daughter. Getting her set up to live a good life is the priority now, everything else is icing on the cake. That might be the most profound transformation of fatherhood, for me.

Your reflections are very moving. It shows great strength and love to prioritize the happiness and safety of your children in the face of life's uncertainties. Thank you for sharing such profound insights about moving from self-actualization to a meaningful legacy for our loved ones.

Great thoughts! If I were you, I would do the exact same. Also I think, I'm gonna do the same.

When I reached my adulthood, a thought always offended me. I thought, I won't marry or bear kids until or unless I'm financially sound. This was so hard stuffed in my soul because I myself was raised under so much poverty. I couldn't go to a food school, couldn't enjoy my childhood with expensive toys or teddys, when I became adult, could never live life in the way I wanted to. My financial responsibilities came so early upon me that I almost forgot the joys of life.

I don't want this to happen with my kids. So, yeah that fatter accounts matter. But, here's an unwanted suggestion, build assets instead of making accounts fattier.