Ever felt the pressure of your parents’ expectations weighing on you? Well, meet our Unlikely Cupid, a 20-year-old college senior whose love life, or lack thereof, has become the center of his parents’ universe. His parents, a former collegiate cheerleader and a D1 football player, are the epitome of a romantic cliché, but their son’s love life is anything but. Let’s dive into this rollercoaster of a story.
The Family Portrait ️

The Grandchild Dilemma

The Sister’s Story

The Unlikely Cupid’s Tale

The Pressure Cooker

Dad’s Advice: A Miss

Mom’s Diagnosis: A Miss Again

The Unwanted Conversation

The Climax: A Showdown

The Aftermath: Tears and Accusations

The Verdict: Siblings Weigh In ️

The Unlikely Cupid: A Tale of Love, Pressure, and Expectations
Our Unlikely Cupid, a 20-year-old college senior, is caught in a whirlwind of family expectations and pressure. His parents, living their own love story, are desperate for grandchildren. But with his siblings out of the equation, all eyes are on him. The constant pressure about dating and girls, coupled with his parents’ misguided attempts to help, lead to a heated confrontation. The result? A tearful mother, a disappointed father, and a son who just wants to be left alone. But were his actions justified or was he being ungrateful? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
NTA. Consider therapy if you’re concerned about being single.

NTA. Pursue therapy to improve self-perception and find happiness.

NTA, reproduction is your choice. Love comes around, don’t despair

Work on yourself and love will find its way

ESH – Parents pressure, OP has self-esteem issues, therapy needed.

Parents should respect your choice of not having children

“NTA. Your parents chose to have kids, not your responsibility.”
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NTA but seeking comfort

NTA. Parents pressuring 20 y/o for grandkids? Siblings should support.

NTA. Parents prioritize grandkids over your happiness

“Self-esteem intact, but convinced no woman will want me? “

Parents prioritize their desires over their child’s happiness.

Take control of your own future and biological choices!

NTA: Live life on your own terms, not your parents’.

NTA, raising kids is a huge undertaking, not like getting a puppy

Commenter defends personal freedom in life choices.

Are happy couples always attractive? Let’s discuss!

Don’t worry, you have plenty of time for love!

Parents need to back off. NTA. Don’t give up!

ESH… But don’t give up on love and family

NTA. Your choice, your frustration. No pressure for grandkids.
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Don’t give up hope! Your parents need to f**k off!

Confident NTA shuts down grandkids, sparks self-esteem debate. Glgl

Late bloomer finds love against all odds. Relax, be yourself.

Putting family expectations aside and prioritizing self-worth

NTA. Embrace your own path to happiness and personal growth!

Sneaky plan: Hire a rebellious girlfriend to shock your parents!

Finding love outside of college, setting realistic expectations. NTA

Parents pressure 20-year-old for grandkids, but love can still happen

“Asshoke.” NTA. Time to sort your own life out.

No pressure, you’re only twenty! Live life at your own pace

NTA. Plenty of time to find a partner or stay childfree

NTA. Parents won’t stop pestering about grandkids

NTA. Siblings can adopt grandkids if they don’t like it!

NTA. Parents projecting their shit onto kids isn’t okay
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NTA. Your parents’ expectations are unfair and unrealistic. ♂️

Parents pressuring you for grandkids? You’re NTA, enjoy life
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NTA: Don’t let your family treat you like a sperm bank!

NTA for not wanting kids, but consider therapy for self-esteem

No pressure! Your siblings have time to decide on kids

From self-doubt to happily ever after

Dating in high school/college is not necessary for everyone

Defeatist attitude? Don’t go down the incel path
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NTA. Honesty is key. Your life, your choice.

NTA for not wanting kids, but therapy can help you!

NTA – Parents want you to be happier

NTA at 20, focus on yourself and your happiness

Don’t give up! Put yourself out there and meet new people

Finding love takes time, but don’t give up too soon

Parents pressure 20-year-old for grandkids, but OP stands up. ESH.

Therapy can help with anger towards parents and self-esteem issues

Not the a**hole for not wanting to have kids

NTA for setting boundaries, but consider talking to someone for support

Parents pressuring 20-year-old for grandkids? NTA, seriously obnoxious!

Take your time, no pressure! Your cousin did the same

Embracing self-perception: Why does society focus on relationships?
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Embrace all possibilities in love and prove your parents wrong!

NTA. Frustrating when people dismiss your choice to not have kids

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder

“NTA. Siblings called you ungrateful, but it’s your life “

NTA. Live your life and wait for the right person

Work on being less cynical and open to new possibilities

NTA. Siblings think you’re an a**hole? Adopt some kids!

Parents pushing for grandkids at 20? Give the guy a break!

Don’t let your family pressure you! Your life, your choice

Embracing different paces in life

NTA. Don’t let anyone pressure you into dating or having kids. Embrace your happiness and let things fall into place

NTA, stand your ground and have a clear conversation about kids

No rush! You’re only 20, tell your parents to chill.

NTA: Live your life on your own terms!

Choose your own path. Find peace and self-acceptance

NTA. Parents’ pressure for grandkids can mess up relationships

Love can surprise you when you least expect it! ❤️

Parents push for grandkids, but OP pushes back. NTA!

NTA. Grandparents want grandkids, but you can have a great relationship.

Finding love later in life can be a wonderful surprise

Clever strategy to shut up in-laws about having kids

Finding love at 20: NTA, plenty of fish in the sea

NTA – Parents want you happy, but misunderstand and push you
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