EPISODE · Jan 4, 2026 · 45 MIN
The Decision To Have Kids Or Not (Part 2): Regret & Pressure + Action step ideas
from Immersion · host Pamela Carey
In Part 2 of our deep dive into the decision to be a parent in the modern world, we move from the statistics to the emotional reality. We explore the fear of regret, the definition of legacy, and how to navigate intense societal pressure.Whether you are currently weighing this choice or have already made it, I hope this episode offers you clarity and compassion.In this episode, we cover:The Fear of Regret: How to make the right decision for you by looking through the lens of existential philosophy.Societal Pressure: How expectations vary wildly depending on where you live and your cultural background.Redefining Legacy: Looking to historical mentors and role models without children, such as Barbara McClintock, Jane Austen, and Edna Ferber.Action Steps: Practical resources and compassion for navigating the big emotions surrounding this topic.This is a follow up to part 1 which is here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2318937/episodes/18450026Timestamps: 00:00 Intro to Part 2 00:25 The Fear of Regret regarding children (Choosing Your Path) 07:02 Legacy: What Do We Leave Behind? 08:21 Interview: Navigating Social Pressure 27:17 Action Steps, Resources, & Final Reflections📚 Resources Mentioned:The Baby Decision by Merle BombardieriMotherhood: Is It For Me? by Denise L. Carlini and Ann DavidmanHunt, Gather, Parent by Michaeleen DoucleffFor more from our guest Madeleine: https://madeleinecrown.wordpress.comDr. Ana on regretful parents: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SuCNNBaacr4School of life with reference to existentialist philosopher Søren Kierkegaarhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f8RPUJhULLEhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/as-a-woman/id1449553339?i=1000738312848Vox article on how millennials learned to dread motherhood: https://www.vox.com/features/23979357/millennials-motherhood-dread-parenting-birthrate-women-policyThe kids or childfree podcast: https://www.kidsorchildfree.com/podcastLeave a voice message hereNewsletter sign upYouTube - channel Instagram - we will be posting here soon
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In Part 2 of our deep dive into the decision to be a parent in the modern world, we move from the statistics to the emotional reality. We explore the fear of regret, the definition of legacy, and how to navigate intense societal pressure. Whether you are currently weighing this choice or have already made it, I hope this episode offers you clarity and compassion. In this episode, we cover: The Fear of Regret: How to make the right decision for you by looking through the lens of existential...
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