THERE'S HOPE! GUEST COLUMNIST Last weekend, while I was taking a stroll through a park, an unusual yet touching scene caught my attention. I found myself drawn into a passionate exchange by a couple. The woman, with a hint of concern in her voice, said, “Are you not ashamed of this? People are looking.
I am way older than you.” Without skipping a beat, the man responded, “Screw that. I love you.
” I was impressed by the guy, who remained unfazed by judgments and steadfast in his sincerity. In that conversation, I witnessed a beautiful defiance against the norms that often confine love. Is it a big deal if your partner is significantly older? The answer is as nuanced as the individuals involved.
Often swayed by societal norms, age can become a stumbling block in relationships. After all, love is complex because people are complicated. And yet, love can also be pretty straightforward when we want it to be.
Looking at relationships where one person chooses an older partner, there are various logical reasons behind this decision. Loving someone older comes with its own set of virtues. Experience and maturity often accompany age.
Accrued life experience translates into valuable lessons and mentorship, not just sexually but also emotionally and financially. Financial stability and emotional maturity reduce stress and foster stability in a relationship. Moreover, the combination of experience and romance creates a fulfilling dynamic, with older partners often seeking meaningf.
