Would it be okay for a guy in his 20's to date a woman in her 40's?

[Anonymous]

She said she likes me and I like her back.

[Pegases]

Ok? Sure, but the question is why? No woman that is in her 40s is going to satisfy you as well as a woman your age will in the long run. But to each their own. I would just keep in mind that a woman that is forty, has more life experience than you, and likely won't hesitate to manipulate you into doing what she wants, for her own benefit. We don't often talk enough about how manipulative older women can be, but the fact is women can be just as savage as many men are. so have fun, but be careful.

[Asker]

It's about personality and connection for me. For some reason, I seem to have more in common with her than a lot of women my age, we seem to click.

[Pegases]

Sounds good man. Just be sure to know what your boundaries are, and stand firm on them if they are crossed. Otherwise, Enjoy.

[Asker]

I will, she's said she's looking for an actual, meaningful relationship

[havingfun2023]

I'm so fussy that personally, at 29 and a half, that's how old I am, I wouldn't date a woman who's younger than 20 let alone younger than say 23-24.
After all, I am only getting older, weaker and hopefully not at all unhealthier.

Anyways, so is it okay? Well it's up to you man, if it's legal, it's legal in the way that you're in your 20s, she's 40s, I mean what's the "legality" here lol you're both of well over legal age lol. No advice 👍👍

[havingfun2023]

Personally I could never date a woman older than me. Not even by days, weeks or months older. Uh uh. I'm picky and choosy and fussy and I've got my whole mental checklist of what I would like in a woman ♀️👠 otherwise I stay merrily single. Goes to show how the quality of women out there, is so

[havingfun2023]

And I steer clear of the guys or "women" supposedly trying to hit on me. Lol. I'm straight and I'm a merry fellow, and I ain't swinging nor settling for less or changing fences. Lol. Cya merrily 😁👍👍😁

[Asker]

I don't mind it personally, I wouldn't mind calling her my girlfriend.

[ZamerZ]

On paper it's totally fine, as the others said. If you get along well and like each other, that's all fine and dandy. But I think you'd need to consider that you two are in very different points in life and that could have some potential for future conflict. I'm not gonna say that it will happen. But the possibility is very high.

[Asker]

Such as?

[ZamerZ]

Wanting different things in life. I dunno your living situation but in my country, typically people in their twenties are still in uni, doing internships or traveling a lot, figuring out who they are and where they want to go. Not in a committed work relationship or a high income. A woman in her 40ies would usually be more adjusted and settled and secure. The mental age gap could also be a thing. I just turned 29 and my 23 year old cousins are already making me sense a maturity difference. I don't know you two, so ofc I can't really deduct something more realistic based on your lives.

[Asker]

She still wants to travel.

[thegreenyogi]

I don't think age difference really matters. If you two people find a connection and there's a good chemistry age shouldn't be a reason to not live what could be in that relationship.

[Asker]

We went on a date last night and really hit it off, we really have a connection. She made it clear she's looking for an actual relationship, not just a casual fling, I'm fully on board with that.

[thegreenyogi]

Thank you for the MHO!! I'm happy to hear your date went well and you both connected!!

[Static_In_The_Attic]

As long as it doesn’t violate any local laws, city ordinances or regulations it’s ok & just to be on the safe side after you check have the girl that is in her 40’s check with her parents to make sure it’s ok as well.

[Giddyup]

From experience, you will likely have the time of your life!

But as things progress, depending on your relationship goals, you might learn it is nothing more than dating?

[Asker]

Neither of us want kids.

[Giddyup]

Neither did I, it was other life experiences that split us. Go figure. I have two beautiful daughters now😉.

[Asker]

I really don't want kids so, yeah.

[HelpfulWoman]

Sure. some may give you weird looks though, since it's a bit cougar-ish and often can mean that one is taking advantage of the other.

[Asker]

I figured that. I think we can get passed that as we both really like each other, some lady already assumed we were a couple.

[OfMiceandMen]

It's so difficult to find anyone these days you have a real connection with, so it shouldn't matter she's in her 40's.

If you two have real connection and enjoy each other's company, I say do whatever makes the both of you happy.

[A_Bell]

I am 28, and a 20 year old guy seems like an immature kid. Three of my sisters are over 40 or just about 40 and they are more like my mom than me.

I can't imagine that being a healthy relationship.

[Asker]

Different strokes

[Asker]

I wanna give it a shot regardless

[A_Bell]

Please, don't think you need my approval. Do what you think best.

[4ngelic]

if you're in your mid - late 20s its totally fine if you like each other and stuff. but some people will def judge you for it though

[Pterodon]

Of course. She’s a classic cougar. This won’t last but it’ll be fun as hell while it does. Enjoy

[Asker]

What if she does want it to last?

[Pterodon]

It won’t. Trust me. You’ll have a few good fun years

[Anemone978]

Sure why not.. since you both like eachother

[exitseven]

Yes if you both like each other you should go for it.

[LiamJHayden]

I did. The issue was her friends and family subtly and not-so-subtly giving her grief over the 17 year age difference.

[DummyThiccFeraligatr]

So long as you don't want kids, then go for it.

[OfDeath]

No that is not ok. You could have her available as a regular booty call but you don't go into a relationship with a 40+ year old woman when you are in your 20s. It will not work.

[KostasKouvalis]

It's awkward and would be problamatc since you are in completely different stages in life. I think for a sexual relationship it's fine, but nothing serious

[Anonymous]

If it feels right yeah, just learn not to care about judgy looks or whatever

[Anonymous]

I dont like old women.

[Asker]

I like older women.

[Opinion Owner]

Because you are a beta male.

[Asker]

Don't see what that has to do with it.

[ShesRad80]

both consenting adults, of course

[Nifrayu]

Duh. Of course it is.

[Mangospacho]

Late 20s. Sure

Early 20s. Nah.

[Brady]

As long as you're both legal age it's ok.

[WhitneySnow]

Sure if you both like each other