"I've been dating for a while. Much too long actually. But if that's what it takes to find my person, sign me up. I don't mind waiting because I know what I'm looking for, and the man for me will be worth the wait. So, I've settled in, I've been picky-yet-open, and recently I've decided to start saying "yes" to things I've said "no" to in the past."
"And that includes dating younger men. I'm not talking five years, which used to be my limit. I'm talking over ten years younger than me. In fact, I've had a few dates with a 36 year old (I'm in my fifties) and I am really digging it. And I'm not saying this just because my ego has been boosted dating a younger man (but let's be honest, it has)."
"In the past I've usually dated my age or older. More often than not, I find men who struggle with drinking, gambling or porn are in a constant battle with their ex-wife and don't think they are contributing to the problem at all. They aren't willing to go to therapy, work on their part of things, or take any kind of responsibility."
A person in their fifties broadened dating preferences to include men more than ten years younger and found several positive experiences. Older men frequently exhibited addictive behaviors, blamed others, resisted therapy, and expected caretaking, creating relationship strain. Younger men in their thirties appeared more emotionally available, less entitled, and refreshing after years of caregiving. Saying yes to previously declined experiences boosted confidence and felt freeing. The shift prioritized mutual contribution, responsibility, and emotional compatibility over age alone.
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