Kim Eana is a prominent public figure, and her open discussion about her childfree marriage touches on a highly sensitive and often debated topic in Korean society, sparking strong opinions from both supporters and critics.
K-Pop lyricist Kim Eana, a beloved figure known for her witty remarks and insightful lyrics, recently ignited a passionate discussion online after candidly sharing her reasons for not having children. During a broadcast, when asked about having kids, Kim Eana firmly stated, "I have no plans." She humorously added, "I can't have children just for the nation's numbers, sunbae-nim (senior colleague)..." She went on to explain that while child-rearing brings its own joys, she and her husband, who have been married for 12 years, cherish the unique pleasures of a childfree life—experiences that couples with children "can absolutely never have." This frank take on her DINK (Double Income, No Kids) lifestyle has resonated deeply with some, while drawing sharp criticism from others who accuse her of romanticizing a childfree existence. The comments section quickly became a battleground of differing philosophies on marriage, family, and personal happiness, with some even calling out the "kkon-dae" (old-fashioned, preachy) attitudes of those judging her choice.
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I don't care if someone's DINK or not, but it's annoying when they package the DINK life as if it's superior or more leisurely. That's why DINKs get hate. What's so great about living as just two people? 'Oh, we go on trips others can't!' LMAO. Can't people with kids travel? Airports are full of families going overseas! Just be honest instead of trying to sugarcoat it.
Some might say they're 'better off,' but there are so many people who act like your life is miserable if you don't have kids. So, DINKs just say they're happy in their own way. I saw that Radio Star episode; the vibe was definitely treating DINKs as something 'special' and asking why they don't have kids. She's just explaining because so many people demand an explanation.
It depends on your life goals and philosophy, but most people don't have those. They just live life as it comes, without a philosophy for their own life. That's not wrong, it's normal, but these people often hit a wall in middle age. Without goals or philosophy, life is always the same, nothing changes, only age increases... I've never met childless middle-aged or elderly people who don't regret it. They all say they regret it later.
They always bash old-fashioned kkon-dae boomers and Gen X, but then they act like the biggest kkon-dae themselves, lmaooo.
It's fine when you're young, but most people regret it when they get older.
You say you don't care, so why are you hating?
Seriously, people shouldn't care what others do, but they always ask 'why no kids?' What's so great about having kids anyway?
I agree. People's thoughts constantly change. My thoughts from 10 years ago often seem absurd now, so I wonder if her thoughts on children might change with more time.
Do you really think she didn't have kids because she *didn't want* to?
It's not always that DINKs *want* to be DINKs. It's a bit sad to see these reactions even when you try not to think much about it.