im 14 and very mature, and i think i am ready.
i have head that its not good to date until you are eighteen.
i think that is ridiculous.
what do you think?
2006-09-24 15:16:45 · 21 answers · asked by cici 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Adolescent
do any parents have answers?
2006-09-24 15:21:43 · update #1
its ridcules! i think you should as well!x3
2006-09-24 15:19:00 · answer #1 · answered by Lisa 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I too was a mature 14 yr old. I was pretty much on my own so I could do what ever I wanted. Fortunately I had angels watching over me. Looking back now I can see how things could have become very bad. I may have been mature and taking care of me and my brother but I wasn't equip to deal with dating situations. I am 50 and have raised 2 girls. I taught them that life experiences (LEs) are what make you prepared for dating and the situations that come up. You only get LEs with time and age. I know this isn't what you wanted to hear and they didn't either but they listened, waited and now at 27 & 29 are married & have kids. Don't be in a hurry. Get to know guys in a group situation. It's a good way to get those LEs safely.
2006-09-24 23:15:53 · answer #2 · answered by Maria D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First let me say I'm only 22 so don't think I'm some old parent saying this ... I think that 14 is to young to "date" BUT I think that 14 is the perfect time to start group dating. Meaning if you, your boyfriend and some others get together to go to the movies its ok. Group dating gives you the experience of going out with out the pressure of being alone and what might happen. I also think that if you are going out as a group or as a couple your too young to get into a car with someone. One of your parents should drive. I'd say that when your 16 and legal to drive yourself then its ok to to date for real. Also make sure the person you are going out with respects you enough to pick you up at your door and talk to you parents before taking you out. Have respect for yourself don't do anything you don't want to do. That's my big sister advice (the same I tell my younger brother) Hope it helps! PS good luck with your parents. Remember to always ask not tell and tell them everything so they don't have to question you. You will look a lot more mature if you say mom dad I and so and so would like to go to blank we would be gone for blank hours. These people will be there too. Wording and tone is everything to parents. If they say no accept it the first time. Next time ask if you can compromise (they like that word.)
2006-09-24 22:29:21 · answer #3 · answered by ebsharer 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2006-09-25 07:41:25 · answer #4 · answered by Amiraan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think 14 is a good age to start but I don't get to and I'm 16 and all the people around me say that I am very mature and look at me as an adult and not as an immature teen.It's all a part of life(dating) and parents should understand that,but like mine I guess most are scared of us growing up and they want to delay it and protect you while they can.Like you I also think it is ridiculous,I just wish parents would trust that we won't do anything stupid that could ruin our lives,and that not all teens want to have sex.
2006-09-25 00:00:25 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
hey,
13 'bout to turn 14 in a couple of weeks...like 3...anyways....it all depends on how matuer you think you are...as for dating...well...it's probably easier if they go to your school or live in your neighborhood. Ask yourself this question...if you were put into a room with him for 2 hours alone with no one in the house...could ya'll control yourself...and would you know when to stop if ya'll started something...and then think about your virginity...i personally think that 14 is too young to have intercourse, where there is a risk of getting pregnant....but any other way is fine...*my ideals* don't rush yourself....and don't rush the other person....they could get the wrong idea about you...
-cya
Zac
2006-09-25 01:21:31 · answer #6 · answered by Zac 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, I would say 16 or 17. Im almost 20 and looking back, i understandy why my parents didnt want me dating when i was young. You dont need the drama boys cause, you have the rest of your life to do that. Just have fun with your girlfriends, trust me, your girlfriends will always be there for you so dont devote your self to one boy who may change his mind about you.
2006-09-26 15:23:21 · answer #7 · answered by isk8 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think your ready to date...a lot of my friends started dating at 13...just there is the weirdness of having your parents drive you guys out somewhere...so if you don't want to wait till your 18 but you don't want to have your parents drive you around...might a suggest places that are in a walking distance or wait till your 16
2006-09-24 22:20:04 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
dating at 14 is normal..however i would advise you to not have sex until you are 18. too many girls regret losing it too ealry. a good way to keep from being pressured is to date in groups. this will also prevent date rape and keep your parents from being nervous about you. And also let your date know what your intentions are before you are put in the situation where he would be trying to get into your pants. Not all men are after one thing...some actually do care to get to know a girl. so just let them know what you are looking for in a boyfriend from the start.
2006-09-24 22:23:39 · answer #9 · answered by Lisa 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should start dating at the age of 16. No earlier. You are too young.
2006-09-24 22:27:52 · answer #10 · answered by LITTLE 1 :o) 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
14 to 16 depends.
2006-09-24 22:24:09 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋