#DINK vs #Family: Why a Life Filled with Love Is Worth More Than Any Luxury Escape

In a world where perfect photos of exotic travels and Sunday brunches on social media make us believe that "living the high life" means spending every weekend in a new city, far from any responsibility, talking about family as a life ideal might seem almost old-fashioned. Yet the truth is that, for many of us, family represents a dream that is as intense as it is real. The idea of creating a deep bond, of feeling part of something greater, of building memories together that go beyond a holiday or a luxury dinner, is an ideal that has never truly faded.

Yes, the #DINK approach (dual income, no kids) is a valid and respectable choice for those who wish to focus on themselves, on their careers, or their own interests. I don’t condemn those who make this choice; there are countless reasons why a couple might decide not to have children, and often these reasons are well-considered, sincere, and private. But while on one side we see personal adventure and absolute freedom, on the other there’s a glimpse of a different kind of love, one that doesn’t end with two but grows and multiplies.

Because family is not just a choice; it’s a journey

Creating a family is a courageous choice. Those who embark on it know it won’t all be smooth sailing, that there won’t be the same freedoms, and that finances will probably always be a bit stretched. Family life may seem “uphill” to those who dream of unbounded travel or of dedicating time to themselves, but that uphill climb leads to a view of a different kind. It’s a journey of continual discovery, where the focus is no longer just yourself, but something deeper and more lasting.

Being a parent or building a family means building a future. Every shared moment, every family celebration, every lesson taught is like planting a seed. The rewards aren’t always immediate, and sacrifices are often required, but the results come gradually, seen in small daily gestures and in the big emotions that life in two, three, or four brings us.

A love that grows and changes shape

The beauty of family lies precisely in its ability to evolve. A child transforms a couple completely and forces us to look at each other with new eyes, to grow as people, to become more generous and more patient. And it’s a love without boundaries. It’s the love that wakes you at three in the morning for a cuddle, or that makes you laugh uncontrollably at a mispronounced word, or keeps you up teaching your child to drive (while your car barely survives the lesson).

And although there are difficult times – and there always will be – family gives you a sense of security that no adventure or professional success could ever compensate for. It’s that feeling of belonging to an intimate circle, of being surrounded by people who love you, no matter what, and who will always remind you of who you are.

The freedom to choose

As obvious as it may sound, the beauty is that each of us has the freedom to choose the path that feels most fitting. Not everyone feels suited for family life, and there’s nothing wrong with that. The world also needs those who choose a different path, who bring meaning to their lives in unique and original ways.

But if I had to put it plainly, I think that for many – and for me – family is an ideal worth pursuing. Perhaps because, in the end, the moments of true happiness I remember are not a sunset in Bali or a sushi dinner in Paris, but rather those moments spent at home with my loved ones. It’s the belly laughs, the hands held tightly around the table, the warm embraces you can never get enough of.