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In this conversation, Janel Forsythe shares her experience of being on the fence about kids — and finding joy and fulfillment despite her ambivalence and indecision. You’ll hear about:
How Janel’s expectations for her life differ from her current reality
What it’s like being an only child when you’re not sure if you’ll ever have kids
The complexity of the decision to have children and the societal pressures and judgments that come with it
The relationship between being single and the kids or childfree choice
How to embrace ambiguity and create a joyful life
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- Dr. Bella DePaulo (Ted Talk)
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- Mary Delia Allen (Enjoy Your Solo)
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The complexity of the decision to have children and the societal pressures and judgments that come with it
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