This question was on my mind for quite some time now, and I'd like to hear the opinions of others who don't do that well in the natural looks department.

It's often said that because of hypergamy gone crazy, the life of the average guy (even more of the below average ) is going to suck in terms of dating because of the 80/20 rule. And as much as we like to cope, that's an important aspect of life. As a below average guy in terms of facial aesthetics, I can confirm this claim. Lifting for enough time too yet it seems guys with good face do better even if skinny.

Personally, I always knew that I want to raise a family of my own, but I'm starting to have second thoughts.

Below average guys have to go through thousands of hours of work, just to reach what hot guys have for simply existing. As much as we like to deny, a good part of self esteem comes from confirmation too. It's clear who is more likely to have a greater quality of life, at least during youth when it's less about beta providing and more about alpha fucks.

Do you think it's better to skip the family part as an ugly guy and just enjoy life in other ways?

On one hand I want to have a family, on the other hand I'd rather not continue the curse of ugly. It would hurt seeing my kids or grandkids hang themselves if they'd inherit my looks. Can't help but feel selfish for wanting kids ever.

Before jumping on me with the feel good bullshit: this post is not me feeling sorry for myself. I know I'll make it because I'm hard working. Later than most, but I'll make it.