Why are so many young adults choosing to delay — or completely opt out of — marriage and parenthood? In this week’s episode of TUF, I dig into the shifting values around the American Dream: white picket fence, marriage, kids, career… and whether it still holds up in 2025. As a millennial dad who did get married and did have kids — later than some, earlier than others — I share my personal journey, the challenges of modern parenting, and how becoming a parent forced me to grow. We dive into: W...

The Unhinged Father

The Unhinged Father

Are Marriage and Parenthood Still Worth It? A Millennial Dad’s Honest Take

MAY 14, 202525 MIN
The Unhinged Father

Are Marriage and Parenthood Still Worth It? A Millennial Dad’s Honest Take

MAY 14, 202525 MIN

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Why are so many young adults choosing to delay — or completely opt out of — marriage and parenthood? In this week’s episode of TUF, I dig into the shifting values around the American Dream: white picket fence, marriage, kids, career… and whether it still holds up in 2025.As a millennial dad who did get married and did have kids — later than some, earlier than others — I share my personal journey, the challenges of modern parenting, and how becoming a parent forced me to grow. We dive into:Why younger generations are rethinking marriageThe rise of the “DINK” (dual income, no kids) lifestyleEconomic pressures making family life harder to accessHow fertility struggles impacted our family planningRedefining success and purpose in a child-free worldThe value of generational healing through intentional parentingWhether you’re in your 20s, 30s, or beyond — thinking about starting a family, or actively avoiding it — this conversation is about what it means to build a meaningful life in today’s world.💬 Where do you stand? Did you delay starting a family? Do you see marriage as outdated or essential? Drop your thoughts in the comments or send me a message — I want to hear from you.#MillennialParenting #MarriageIn2025 #DelayedParenthood #ChildFreeByChoice #ModernFatherhood #FamilyPlanning #ParentingPodcast #DINKLifestyle #ParentingIn2025 #UnhingedFatherSend a message about the episode! Support the showhttps://linktr.ee/unhingedfather