WWE fans who watched John Cena’s relationship with Nikki Bella a decade ago Total divas reality show know that one of the biggest issues they faced was their differing views on having children. Cena was the face of WWE at the time and said he wasn’t ready to make the life changes required for parenthood.
That was a long time ago, though, and John and Nikki have since gone their separate ways. All these years later, former NFL star Shannon Sharpe wanted to ask Cena if his attitude toward having children has changed.
Here is their discussion about it on the Club Shay Shay Podcast:
Sharpe: “I read that… At one point you didn’t want children. How do you feel about children now?”
Price: “I don’t want them.”
Sharpe: “You don’t?”
Price: “No, I’m still here. I’m 47. I don’t have them.”
Sharpe: “Don’t you want a little Johnny? Or a Joanna?”
Price: “That’s great, and that’s what everyone usually says. And I have to tell you, it’s not the easiest thing out there, because a big part of our existence is for reproduction.
I am curious about life and I know how much effort it takes. My biggest fear is that as an ambitious, often stubborn and selfish person, I try to approach the world with kindness and curiosity. However, I don’t think I am personally ready and never will be to invest the time it takes to be a good parent, because I want to live life as it is. And I still have a lot to do. And I still want to do a lot. I have a wonderful partner with whom I do this. We have spoken openly about it. We share the same values.
It’s a difficult subject to talk about because it immediately puts you in a box and we can’t help but judge. (It’s) human nature. We’re all biased. I’d like to think I operate on the principle that everyone lives their life well.
And I can tell you that it’s not a knee-jerk reaction. I’ve thought long and hard about it, even when I was really little… like 15, 16, I remember thinking about it. My opinions only get into that gray area during emotionally difficult times. And I’m very happy with my position. I have a lot of joy and fulfillment in my life. And that’s pretty much my position on it.”
Cena makes it clear that he made this life decision many years ago and doesn’t think he’ll ever be willing to change his mind about it.
Do you think John Cena is making a mistake by missing out on the parenting role? Give me your reactions in the comments below, Cagesiders.
