Archive · 17 Jun 2025
Aruna Irani on Parenthood: Past Shapes Family Choices
Aruna Irani, like Neena Gupta, chose not to have children because she felt it was courageous and she didn't have that courage.
She worried her child might suffer, based on her family background.
Psychologist Jai Arora says past experiences can make people hesitant about having kids.
This fear can affect your choice.
Later, people might wonder if they missed out.
Knowing if you are choosing from your heart or from fear is key.
Aruna Irani discussed her decision to not have children with Kuku Kohli.
She mentioned being inspired by Neena Gupta and a lack of courage.
Irani's childhood experiences, including her parents' relationship, influenced her choice.
Psychologist Jai Arora explains how past traumas impact parental decisions.
Fear and social conditioning can lead to complex emotions about not having children.
- Who
- Aruna Irani and Jai Arora.
- What
- Aruna Irani shared her reasons for not having children.
- When
- Recently.
- Where
- In an interview with Lehren.
- Why
- She did not want her child to face similar hardships she experienced.
Personal Agency
Fear and Conditioning
Motivation
Personal Agency
Choices feel empowering and are aligned with core values.
Fear and Conditioning
Choices feel heavy and may require external validation.
- Topic
- Aruna Irani's decision against having children.
- Reason
- Fear of her child experiencing hardship.
- Source
- Interview with Lehren, comments from a psychologist
- Expert Opinion
- Jai Arora, counselling psychologist