Older Women: Should They Pursue Relationships?

Older Women, Younger Men Should They Pursue Relationships? Older men, dating younger women has always been socially accepted by American society standards, but when it came to an older woman dating a younger man, the relationship was a subject with great potential for controversy, of which society mainly disapproved but loved to talk about. But now, times have changed and society it getting used to the idea of younger men dating and even marrying older women. This trend of age differences with the woman being older is not only being seen more and more in Hollywood but also in rural and urban America. “Mrs. Robinson,” “cradle robber,” and the “oh so popular” term “cougar,” is used to describe an older women dating significantly younger men. So, with being on two different levels in life, and normally the older woman being so much more established, should she pursue a relationship with a man 10-20 years her jr? This essay will explore the pros and cons of this type relationship. While some will say that some young men are attracted to an older woman's maturity, others will argue sex is the only reason a younger man will want to go out with an older woman. One may feel that the different priorities in life will disable a relationship
as such. The mature woman may be ready to settle down, but he might feel too young for that. Also, some young men may have a lack of career direction. They are still exploring and don't have any clear direction about what they want to do in life. There’s always the possibility he could end the relationship at any time. If he hasn’t had a lot of time to explore, he’s still trying to figure out where he wants to go and where he wants to be. He may want kids later, which the woman may be pass that point in her life. As for the older woman, there are several issues that might complicate the relationship, but the biggest one is her ability to have kids. In fact, if she is still able to have kids and does not have any, she may be ready to start a family. Her biological clock is ticking and time is running out for her. If she is not able to have kids, the younger man, of course, may want some. An older person will also face aging and health problems a lot sooner. Other things such as unresolved issues and excess baggage from her past might be a problem. While no doubt, the women today, as they grow older, are definitely looking good, feeling good, and taking much better care of themselves.
She’s not the average older woman that rocks in a rocking chair petting the grandbabies. To the younger man, an older woman seems to be more established and does not need to rely on a man to take care of her. She also tends to be less materialistic then the younger woman. Her maturity level is much higher so she’s not into playing the mind games. Women are said to be in their sexual prime of their lives when they reach their 30s and 40s. Most young men are not hindered by endurance or stamina, and they enjoy the experience an older woman brings to the
relationship. An older woman prefers a younger man for the same reason an older man chooses a younger woman. The idea of having a younger interest makes her feel youthful, beautiful, and desired. Older women are finding younger men to be a lot more fun and spontaneous than older men. They bring back a youthful quality to her life. Young men adapt quickly and are not set in their ways. They have not been exposed to a lot, therefore, they are trainable. Not to mention, most feel they have to prove they are grown up, so they go above and beyond to show you they are good in bed! Some may wonder what their friends and family may think, but is it really up to them? So the question remains. Should they pursue a relationship? Yes! As long as two people are happy and love one another, should there really be a focus on the difference in their ages. More and more of these couples are finding out they have a lot in common; both physically and intellectually attracted to the other. Whether or not this type relationship should be pursued, mainly depends on the parties involved. The ratio is the same with every relationship. There is a 50:50 chance it will or won’t work. One should explore these options and understand the pro and cons.