Here’s Why People Pressure You to Get Married and Have Children
It’s not you, it’s them.
If you’ve ever grown tired of mom asking when you’ll give her some grandchildren, friends questioning when you and your new partner will tie the knot, or if you’ve ever dreaded a family gathering because you knew you’d have to answer similar questions — then you know the frustration of relentless love life invasions.
When unwed or childless, it can feel as though these topics dominate every interaction with loved ones. No matter how the discussion begins, marriage and babies somehow find a way into the conversation.
Especially if you’re a woman.
Your hypothetical wedding day or when you’ll let someone put a baby in you seem to be all anyone cares to discuss. Never mind the promotion you just got at work or the house you purchased — the fact that you aren’t a mother or a wife overshadows everything else. No matter how many times you tell people you’re doing fine, taking your time, or just not ready, they continue seeking answers. But it’s not usually because they’re insensitive and don’t respect your wishes.
