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Timing

Scott Galloway addresses the complex decision of when to have children, emphasizing that there's no perfect time. He advises considering factors like economic security and having a supportive partner, as these are crucial for the long-term commitment of raising a child 1. Scott shares that while financial stability is important, waiting for the perfect moment might lead to unnecessary delays 2.

There's never a perfect time to bring, you know, this little thing into your life that's going to demand constant attention, additional cost and a lot of unknowns.

--- Scott Galloway

He suggests that if a couple is mostly ready, they should embrace parenthood rather than waiting for an ideal scenario.

   

Experiences

Scott shares his personal journey to parenthood, highlighting the unpredictability of conception and the profound impact of having children. He recounts a mystical experience where he felt certain of conceiving his son, which became a pivotal moment in his life 1.

It's so funny. You spend your whole life trying not to get pregnant and then sometimes it's not easy to get pregnant anyways.

--- Scott Galloway

Scott emphasizes that while children aren't necessary for happiness, they have provided him with a sense of purpose and joy 3.