I’ll be 26 in October. I’ve never been married and I don’t have any kids. Am I an embarrassment?

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Oigit · Accepted Answer

No, will just be 26, not married and have no kids. I think you need to keep your mind set that straight forward and simple. Don't start thinking any of that makes you a embarrassment or bad in someway. Because that in itself can create some serious issues. Because it could cause you to rush into a relationship and have kids with the wrong that. So you end up creating some serious issues when being 26, not married and not having a kid isn't one.

ohshee · Accepted Answer

Embarrassment of what you're in your Prime this is the time that you're supposed to be having fun becoming the person that you want to become I feel that you need more confidence and believe in yourself and who you are and your beauty within it will radiate to the outside but you need to become more positive there's something very beautiful about you I don't know what it is because I don't know you but I can feel it

Medicalbug · Accepted Answer

I am 31 and don’t have any of that either. I keep hearing the whole “you’re in your 30s tick tock biological clock” but to be honest I don’t care at all. I am not ready to have a kid and maybe by the time I am it will be 20 years too late. So be it then. Life is too short and so are biological clocks. I’m still half a baby in my head and there is no way I will make myself and others miserable just because of my physical age.

Buntyp · Accepted Answer

I could be wrong but it sounds like those aren't your priorities. If that's true, why be embarrassed?
In any case, you should do your best to avoid being pressured into such significant and lasting life changes. As well as that, at 26, you'll still have lots of time to effect whatever changes you feel are necessary in your life.

WhatTheHeckkkk · Answer

No. You’re not an embarrassment.

kitty71 · Answer

Sorry but that is the dumbest thing I ever heard from a 26yrd old person. You are still young why you think you are embarrasment. It is silly to even think that. Im 50 never been married, never had kids, never had a formal boyfriend or even date, when I was y ounger I was never sought after guys or they pursue me so if you want to compare embarrasment, I be the one thinking that not you, u are just 26!!

rebecca7fjdifg · Answer

UMMMMMMMMM 26 is INSANELLLLLLLYYYYYYYY young. I am 31 going on 32. Am I an embarassment if I am not married or have kids? NO. Meghan Markle was like 37 when she got married. She looks like she is 25 by the way. Who Cares!

_alice_ · Answer

What should I say?  I'm 26 already and I'm single too.  Do I have to marry?  I don't think so.

PositiveNote · Answer

Well, how can i put this? What would you like to hear? Oh, f-it, here's my opinion: Hell, no, lady, you ARE NOT and embarrassment!!! Who the h-e-double L put that in your head? Hope this helps. :)

Bricealan · Answer

Hell no!!! Why should you be an embarrassment? To whom? From my POV, I like to see a woman stay single if she wants. If children are a consideration, you probably want them while you are young, as it is easier on you physically, but otherwise, I like and enjoy single/never married women very much. They don't feel and 'social pressure" to get married. You go girl!

MTC29 · Answer

Not when compared to a grouchy 37 year old virgin who posted earlier today (that woman was a piece of work).  Take your time. You're not on a race with anyone else.

Adam_West · Answer

Are you fucking bullshitting with me?
This is totally normal. You dont have to give a sign to a fucking paper with someone and then fuck with him and make children.
Get those fucking motherfucker thoughts out of your goddamn mind.

Hellraiser1984 · Answer

I'm 38 never married and have no kids. I'm fine. It's your life. Do you really want kids? It's not mandatory nor is marriage. But if you feet its what you want and or need then go for it. You're only 26 you'rung. Go enjoy just being with someone for a while. Kids are a huge life changing thing you can never really take back. You're not a failure at all you're doing great.

SnakeBoop · Answer

No  What's embarrassing is you asking this question

Anonymous · Answer

My economy teacher said most her colleagues are having kids at 40 and only one of them had theirs at 18. You are the boss of your own life, just do what makes you happy

exitseven · Answer

It is not a contest. These things do not have a schedule. Do not be embarrassed.

Alejandro21 · Answer

I don't think so, now days people marriage age is around 30 to 40, if they even get married in the first place

Berethor · Answer

Well it's not too late for you yet.

davidst123 · Answer

getting married after 30 is still beautiful  starting a family after 35 is still possible buying your first house after 40 is still a boss move  don't let people rush you with their timelines

libsaretards · Answer

You're fine. I turn 29 this year and I'm in the same boat. I've never even had sex.

TheUniqueOne96 · Answer

Lol, I'm the same, except I'll be 26 in March. Anyway, no, you're not an embarassment, especially if you want to be that way.

FreyaRed · Answer

Stop this self-pity. You did what you wanted to. Getting a husband and child is a matter of 9 months, if you want to.

jamesgoldman · Answer

I'll be 26 in a little over a year after you hit it  I'll be single, childless and opening a £350 bottle of age-matched Glenfiddich and pairing it with a fine Cuban cigar

DizzyDesii · Answer

Its not embarrassing. Just depends on if you want those things, when you want those things and if you’re working towards making them happen

Fromdusktilldawn · Answer

Stop with these thoughts immediately. I turn 26 in 1 month too but neither had love or a girlfriend. I never want kids so do my friends or my twin brother. Stop pressuring yourself about nonsense outdated social conventions

zagor · Answer

I don't know if you're an embarrassment or not, but if so it's not because you're not married and don't have kids. Most people, including girls, that I know got married after 25, and kids often weren't til 30's.

jshm2 · Answer

Embarrass who, though?  Not everyone makes good relationshipsn. You would rather be single than beaten and abused in a bad one.

GoodGuyBreakingBad · Answer

I'm going to be 54 tomorrow why aren't you here to help me celebrate it's sad I am still a virgin and never had sex, no kids, no wife?

Fireguy17 · Answer

No, you haven't met the right person yet. You still have plenty of time. Many women are in their 30s to have kids, my niece was one of them.

FunkyMonkee · Answer

I'm more than twice your age and I've never been married or had a kid, either. Almost, on both counts, but, never did.

Valso · Answer

You're still young. Come by when you're 38 and still not married with no kids and I'll welcome you to the club of the people disappointed in the opposite gender. 😜

Twalli · Answer

I'll be 31 in May, same as you except I don't see myself as one

LegendaryIcon · Answer

try being about to being 33, in march. never married, no kids

Srij23 · Answer

26 is too early for marriage.. Also why such a rush... because marrying and then getting seperated or divorce is much more discomfort than now... Also since you are single go on dates try your compatibility , experiment and enjoy..😉

Avicenna · Answer

Absolutely not. There is no reason to be ashamed of yourself. Live your life and achieve your goals.

Chthou95 · Answer

You're not a failure. But it's definitely your fault things are that way. Women have it easy in the dating world. Gotta figure out what you're doing wrong

Bbb222 · Answer

You are certainly not an embarrassment!  I would never even blink if a 26 year old didn’t have kids. There’s no stigma, chin up, you’re ok👍🤜

VikingWarLord · Answer

You're gonna hit the wall soon in your mid 30s, you better hurry and snag a rich older dude or accept your fate as a CAT LADY

cookiecrusher · Answer

No. If that is what you want then start looking for a decent guy, and not in the clubs or bars. Your prime time ends in about 3 years. So don't waste it on asshole men/people.

Bklynbadboy12 · Answer

No trust me this is a really good thing you took your time instead of rushing into something your not ready for. Well done. Why did you post this anonymously I'd like to follow you

goaded · Answer

Nope. Sensible. Why would people want to get married when they're only a quarter way through life?

Dchrls78104 · Answer

No. Virgins are all respectable, and staying a virgin when you're not married is wise and safe. It is the promiscuous person who is the embarrassment.

dtweed1996 · Answer

Not really I been single until 23 or I kind of remember having little dates awhile back but they weren’t really a thing

CallmeTheKnight · Answer

You're fine. Don't ever let someone pressure you to bear children when you're least ready.

sunflower_9407 · Answer

Honestly, it’s still pretty early for most people at this age but it’s all up to you! We don’t live in the 1950’s anymore, there is no shame! You do you boo! ❤️

Staximus · Answer

No, why would you think that? It's better to be single than married to the wrong person

msc545 · Answer

Not your fault. Most men will no longer get married. Thanks to the feminists for this.

TheFlak38 · Answer

You're just another degenerate woman of the 21st century. That's all.

Better_off_here · Answer

well, i would not say you are, we all do things in life ar our own pace and we should not worry what someone else thinks.

dragoblack · Answer

No, it's absolutely fine even to never have children. Don't let social pressures put you down.

ImaNomad · Answer

Why would you be?  26 Go travel the world and live life.

Hispanic-Cool-Guy · Answer

You're still in your youth. At the right time gets will turn around for you.

Zygum · Answer

It is matter of worrying, if you have boyfriend you can enjoy with him till you get married

Hangry06 · Answer

Yes  You hit that wall at 24.

Daniela1982 · Answer

Maybe to your mother or yourself.

jahaims · Answer

Why would you be?

Crmolon · Answer

My goodness no, not at all!

JohnHaley114 · Answer

Its a good sign. Enjoy your life.

moonpie89 · Answer

Trust me no one cares

skyeee_ · Answer

no you aren't, and 25 is still young

Anonymous · Answer

I don't know, maybe you are.

noohair · Answer

Hell no, where did you get that. Mom?

Anonymous · Answer

Count your blessings... LOL

Iron_Man · Answer

No of course not there’s nothing wrong with you

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