My last partner was 22 years younger than me and age caused few problems, we even had a son born when I was 51 but when pressure came from brexit, She's French, it started to be made out to be one, same as anything and everything I may have ever done wrong. In itself it was no problem except when excuses to leave were needed. She wanted to go back to France but not as a toker. So she stopped then left me behind. Sick part is, France looks like it will legalise.

I don't mind "getting to know" anyone, regardless of age. However, someone more than 5 years younger, or 5-8 years older won't "get to know" what's in my undies. Been there, done that, won't do it again.

I've been on both sides. All good.

I have dated much younger than me and older than me, the one that was much younger actually acted more mature than the older one! Age is just a number! Depends on the person!

That will never enters my mind, I am grateful to the older ladies who taught me how to love and the young ones that I have love and all the others in between, I never forget them, love has no age, as long as you are willing to love and sometimes say goodbye, even when it hurts, love and be loved transcend age and sexsuality.

Age doesn't mean much to me. I am lucky if they don't run away screaming or laughing maniacly.

I just feel like my priorities, where I am in life, and cultural reference points are in different places with someone significantly older/younger.

I’m not overly humble, but if an attractive much younger woman contacts me (as has occurred a few times on dating sites), chances are it’s a scam.

The one thing I'm certain of is this is so different for everyone, and even for each relationship. I've twice been in a long term relationship with somebody 10 years younger. The first one was great and we're still best of friends today. The one after that was a disaster. Overall I'd say for me a 10 years difference either way works, if it works for the other party. Much more than that and I think I'd maybe feel uncomfortable. But you never know. I have friends who've been together about 15 years with a 22 year age gap.

I had a relationship with a woman 17 years younger and it worked fine but if she hadn't pushed it , it wouldn't have happened. There's a bit of a disconnect with history, songs, movies etc but these days those things can be caught up on. If the younger person chooses it, you should go with it. It's flattering and as long as they are old enough to know the pitfalls, it's no different than any other relationship if you two connect. Just my two cents.

I like older men because (generally) time = experience = knowledge; wisdom if you're lucky.

I'm not interested in younger men. Not sorry.

Some say age is just a number, but reality has shown me that age also often reflects a level of emotional and physical development. This view is not meant to seem a negative, but it is a reality which i needed to learn once upon a time.

Since my late 20s, i have had relationships with younger women. and as i got older, the age differences widened, not on purpose, but due to circumstances and my passions.

I have always lead a very active lifestyle, which attracted me to people who shared and wanted to share those passions with me. I loved and still love biking, hiking, white-water river rafting, with a list which goes on and on. The women my own age who were attracted to me seemed to be focused on things which had little or no interest to me; things like security, stability, and developing family.

By my 50s however, i realized that most of the younger women ultimately wanted to have families and children. Something which i never had time for, or the inclination to participate in. I also began to observe how i had served as a stepping stone for the younger partners in my life. In fact, i had served as a transitional change agent and a learning opportunity to all of them, every one of whom moved on after we separated to live the life of their dreams, whatever that meant. Since i have continued to stay in touch with many of my friends and partners since my 30s, I have also been privileged to hear and see what life has been like for them since we parted.

People in their 20s, as i was at that age, are still exploring, developing, evolving, and changing which is something i learned the hard way, and sometimes painfully. But i made my beds, so to speak, so i had to lie in them.

No regrets and reams of wonderful memories which will never disappear. Until i reach the dementia stage at least. LLOL

Actually, i bumped into an ex-partner just a few months ago. Karen and i had lived together about 30 years ago and i hadn't had any contact with her since the mid 1980s. She was now a grandmother, was still a beautiful person, and according to her, still also had fond memories about the great times and adventures we had shared. At the time, she was about 20 years younger than i had been. The unexpected meeting gave me a wonderfully warm glow in my heart.

What's interesting is my own evolution. These days, since my mid-60s in fact, I have found myself more attracted to interesting women who have extensive and eclectic experiences. They're much more fun and interesting, with or without the sexual options. And as i'm moving into my 70s, they're often older than i am.

My response is incredulity and a high degree of suspicion. I try not to let my overall cynicism on the subject of men in their 30's getting with women in their 50's interfere too much with my sloppy crush on Emmanuel Macron. But in real life I am most comfortable considering someone within 5 years of my age over or under. I don't want to be someone's sexy mom or someone's nurse. I aspire to be someone's equal and go through what's left of our lives together.

At 70, I just had run ins with two 65 yo women, who were incredibly immature and biased and critical of the most absurd things. I know a 50 yo who thinks I am great on many levels, but has an ageist, almost racist attitude about our 20 year difference. I am fitter than she;have much more formal and informal education than she, but she has no interest in me as a man. I am acquainted with a 23 yo athiest woman with whom I have the most amazing connection, and even her mother was taken with our connection and thought we would be together if we were similar in age. In short, I believe age is just a number where psychological/emotional/cultural/educational compatibility is concerned. Age can matter for health reasons. As a Jack Lalanne Clone, even at the age of 70 ,very few men or women match my fitness. This is probably my biggest problem. The women who could be companions for me are much younger and almost none are interested even though I can beat them in a race up Mt Washington or in a pushup or burpee contest. Any 60 year olds with a pulse want to take a chance. Not just another pretty face, too.

At 65, 15 years either way is no big deal.There are women of 80+ in my wife's Ageless Dancer class. Sharp as tacks.

I have little sexual interest in young women. Not that i would refuse the experience, but i would not pursue such. I enjoy mature women more; as they look, and as their experience is reflected in all things important.

To carry on a romantic involvement with someone 30 years younger might work, but would be a bit strange. Meeting her friends. The topics of conversation and concern, no doubt way too unsophisticated for me to tolerate wasting what little time i have left. Yet, I might have a bit of fun extolling my viewpoints of history and what is important. Might corrupt one or two.

UNLESS the relationship was based in work; music, writing, and other art stuff. Then, it would be probable that others of all ages would be part of her circle, as they are of mine. And i would know that both of us would be learning. And any close encounters would be born of our mutual interests.

I have many women friends, without benefits.Always have. Just as my wife has always had many male friend. 'Tis a result of being around arty types. One of my long-time friends is a woman i met in 92. She is older than me. We have great conversations over hours long lunches..

I have approached a few local youngins for some ongoing conversation. Some success and some not.

Was i rejected because of may age? Sad for them. Rejected because i am married? Sad for them. Rejected because it is "obvious" that an old dude is only interested in a young thing for physical activity. Their loss.

I am older. A younger person can learn much from me, about a multitude of subjects.

As we get older we should feel obligated to find students to teach, and to learn from. What have we learned that should be conveyed to those you should avoid what we have done? That is the question for all of us at all ages.

So, if a younin is yearnin to learn, they should be taken allowed to.

Yet: I also know "falling in love" is a silly proposition when the age spread is wide.

Celine Dion was married at 19 to a man 26 years older. And is now involved with a man 17 years younger. Good for her. And both of the men.

::: I know this is the man in me talking here:::: If a young man is interested in a woman of any age, he should be used and taught.

If that someone can hold up their end of a good conversation , they're welcome !

I prefer older men, 10-20 years older. 3-5 years younger is my limit. I’m usually just honest with them and tell them I’m not into younger men but know many women are and wish them luck

Relationships don’t have to be perfect. The gap might be an issue in some areas. But if you enjoy each other’s company then cutting off an avenue to being happy helps no one. My first serious relationship was with a woman 9 years my senior (I was 19, don’t call the cops ?). It was one of the most informative experiences of my life, making me appreciate what relationships could be or shouldn’t be.

If there’s trust, joy and security between you both then see where it leads.

I am 64 and do not approach anyone for dating under 50. Now I will talk to women yunger than that but it is just to talk and freindship. I would tell them if the subject came up I am too old for them. If they go further thry need to be in their mid 30s or older. But to go out and have a good time does not mean being in a relationship. As long as in there 20s go have fun.

So you like each other. You are adults. Stop worrying and enjoy yourselves! Easy!

I've always been an "old soul", whatever that means, and I've always associated with older people because I've always shared more with them in common.

Not opposed to dating someone my age or younger, but there has to be a connection.

I've always been an "old soul", whatever that means, and I've always associated with older people because I've always shared more with them in common.

Not opposed to dating someone my age or younger, but there has to be a connection.

My future ex wife is 16 years younger than me. The age gap made no difference at all, the problem was she was as mad as March hare. But having said that at the age of 58 I wouldn't, or it wouldn't cross my mind to, date a woman who was 74.
Age is irrelevant, other factors are in play

I don't believe age should be an issue. What you share in commonality and how compatible you are is what matters

I think as long as the person is in the same stage of life (e.g. open to have kids vs kids are part of your daily life vs kids are grown, not wanting more kids, retired vs still working)