How old is too old?

Question

I'm seeing a guy, and things seem to be doing well. He treats me well, he takes me out to dinner, and let's me sleep over. The only problem is, he's 26 and I'm eighteen. My dad is fine with it. I was just wondering if there's anything I should view differently or if its even ok. I think it feels right, and we connect. What's your point of view?

Answer 1

He "lets" you sleep over. Most guys would beg you to sleep over. Does he care for you or is he using you? Do you care for him or are you just impressed that an older guy wants to be with you?

If you care for each other that is not too much of an age difference.

Answer 2

I am concerned about a 26 yr wanting to date you at 18 and especially asking you to sleep over. When you are older, this age difference will likely not be a problem. My husband is 10 years older, but I met him when I was 25. At 26, your guy has a lot of "life experience" that you don't have and this could create problems. Also, I'm worried that a guy this much older than you when you are only 18 could be taking advantage of you. Please be careful!! I have a daughter and I can assure you she will not be dating a 26 year old when she is 18 and it would be her dad & me both saying no to that.

Answer 3

8 years' difference in age doesn't matter when you're in your late 20s, 30s and 40s. But it does seem to make a lot of difference when you are in your teens and the guy is in his mid-20s.

But age aside, you've got to think about life's experiences as he has probably seen more, done more, and experienced more... You may have to measure up to that... and that means you'll have to grow up a little faster just to match up to him.

But don't be impatient. Take your time to grow and bloom. Let the relationship grow and bloom too.

Answer 4

If you are 18 you're legal age, so if you're happy everyone is happy. But, I would say why not put as much thought and consideration into your future, career, Independence, etc. Love comes on its own, naturally, your financial future doesn't. Hope this helps. By the way I married my wife at age 27, she was 17 and we have been happily married, short of the occasional arguments, 18 years.

Answer 5

I am thirty-three years old and I dated a girl who is (or was) twenty years old. The sex was great! However, we were not on the same page. I have a professional job, mortgage, bills, investments, etc and she is now completing her first year in college. So in other words, dating someone much younger is not for everyone. If the girl (or guy) is ready to settle down then you have a chance of a meaningful / long-term relationship.

Answer 6

Your 18 and sounds like you like the guy so go with it as long as your happy and he treats you good thats what matters and you are of age. Good Luck...And Stay Safe!!

Answer 7

if you can have a meaningful conversation, and mentally are on the same level. also are you at the same stages of life? if he's graduating college and you're just going, that might lead to some problems(jealousy) but you should be ok. just make sure he isnt using you for sex

Answer 8

8 years is not a big age difference, as i have frens who are the same as you.

as long as both of you are mature in thinking and have true feelings for each other, there's no age limit in love~

Answer 9

im 18 and my bf is 23. i think that as long as ur maturity is at about the same level and you really enjoy each other's company y not. age is nuthing else butt a number.

Answer 10

are you happy with the feelings you get with him? the only difference I see is maturity difference. and he will die before you doe other than that "age is a state of mind"