is it wise to date someone 10 years older than you?

Answer 1

I've been out with men ranging from 10-22 years older than me, and the age has never been a problem for any of us.
Some older men can take advantage, but as long as you keep your wits about you and know what you are doing, the age shouldn't be a problem.

Answer 2

It's really up to you! How old are you now? I am 11 yrs older than my fiancee and we couldn't be happier! He is 19, finished school and has a good job. Just like I told him don't jump into something that you may not be able to handle down the road. We do have our differences about alot of things but our ages is what makes our relationship fun!! Please don't forget the maturity differences you will have and consider some of the comments that friends and others may make. My guy took on the responsibility of being a stepdad to my 10 yr.old son and we now have a 7 mo. old son together. But if you really think about it AGE IS ONLY A NUMBER!!! Good Luck w/ your choice and let me know how it turns out between you.

Answer 3

I have been living with a woman 15 years older than me for 8 years now.

It's very hard but if you love the person enough, you'll put up with that. Remember you'll never remove the problems though you need to be sure you are fully committed to the relationship for it to succeed.

The age gap will almost always cause some jealousy and and distrust from the older partner. It is a challenge you must be sure you can handle.

Answer 4

Age shouldn't make any difference to a relationship unless 1 party is underage of course!My husband is 9 years older than me and we have been together 13 years ,my dad is 10 years older than my mum and they have been married for 35 years! If your meant to be together age is no barrier to being compatible.

Answer 5

Depends on your age, if you are in your 20s or older, I don't think it is a problem. The only challenging bit is your lifesyles might be different because of the age difference but for as long as there is love, trust, understanding and respect for each other, then you should be fine.

Answer 6

Hi Charlotte

I can tell you from my own experience that it can work well but I am in agreement with one of the previous answerers in that it is not the ages that matter it is the relative maturity of the two people involved

The last 2 women I have been with have been 10 years younger than me.

The first was a nightmare from start to finish because I found her immature even for her own years, let alone mine. I found that we had very little in common in our upbringings and so little interests in common to talk about. I was actually embarrassed to introduce her to friends my own age because I couldn't trust her

Yes I know this sounds negative but here's the positive

The second girl who was the same age, if not slightly younger, than the first was completely different. She had a different upbringing and we found we had enormous volumes to talk about and interests in common. She was nature beyond her years and a pleasure to be with. She also filled me with a sense of pride whenever I took her out in company and I was able to completely relax knowing she would ingratiate herself to my peers as naturally as if she were their own age

So you see it is about the people you are not the age you are

The only problem you have to overcome is that your family accept him as just a man who wants you for no other reason than he loves you and always will

I hope it works out for you and you live a long and happy life together

Good luck

Answer 7

It has it's advantages and dis advantages, the advantage is that this person is more then likely to want to be serious in the relationship and not just want sex but if your not ready for a full on commitment and all of the other things that go along with that then it's a dis advantage... Make sure that your ready to be settled down and make sure that your mature enough to handle that...

Answer 8

My husband is 10 years older than me...I am 33 and he is 43

Answer 9

I had my eye on someone 10 years older than me recently and was wondering the same thing. However, I got to know him and in all fairness, he acted the same as the guys my age anyway! Don't be put off but don't be deceived by their age, thinking that they're going to be mature!!

Answer 10

I'm male and i have had women in there 50's and at the time i was only in my 20's..

Fantastic experience.

Now in my 30's i think i would go for 50-60 depending on there looks..

Great in bed

Older women A++++++ Everyone should try them