High achieving women face challenges finding suitable mates as there are not enough high performing men to go around, and cost of living is also a factor in the decision to have children.
The speaker reflects on how being a parent has helped him become more self-aware and address any issues he may have. He credits his child's influence for keeping him consistent in his parenting approach.
The speaker acknowledges that every parent makes mistakes in conditioning their children and accepting that one would do damage and help them undo it later. Additionally, the speaker suggests that having kids might be a source of meaning and an existential itch that is hard to satisfy without them.
Many of us have been conditioned to not have boundaries and not advocate for our own needs, especially women and mothers due to societal pressures and stereotypes. It is important to unlearn these harmful behaviors and remember that advocating for our own needs is valuable and necessary.
The process of becoming a parent involves instilling positive habits and changes in perspective, while also being open to adapting your strategies based on your child's needs and behaviors.