Becoming You with Suzy Welch

To Be, or Not to Be… a Mother: That Is the Question

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Aug 19, 2025
In a heartfelt mailbag, the complexities of motherhood take center stage as the host shares personal stories about the decision to have children amidst modern challenges. Listeners also ponder the practicalities of working for money versus fulfillment, navigating job interviews while seeking work-life balance, and the captivating debate over manifestation. Dive into the emotional temperature of parenthood and the intricate dance between professional ambitions and personal values, all while exploring what it truly means to become oneself.
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ANECDOTE

Joy Of Parent-Child Intimacy

  • Suzy Welch describes a FaceTime where her daughter announced an engagement and she wept with joy.
  • The moment illustrates the unique intimacy and joy that parenthood can produce despite hardships.
INSIGHT

Harder Times Don’t Cancel Parenthood

  • Suzy Welch admits parenting is harder now due to screens and cyberbullying but says the world has always been hard.
  • She argues difficulty alone isn't a sufficient reason to avoid parenthood because the rewards can be singularly deep.
ADVICE

Use Values To Decide On Kids

  • Take the Values Bridge assessment to clarify whether family centrism or agency ranks higher for you.
  • Use your ranked values to make a nonjudgmental decision about having children.
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