Dating a woman in her 50s

10 Reasons Why Men Should Date Women In Their 50s

I am a year-old woman who has gone on online dates over the past two years. A few good dates — and too many that were really bad. There are many articles and books that give single women over 50 advice about getting out there and dating. I have found this barrage of how-to-find-love-again material contradictory. So, let me be straight up: This is not an advice column for ways to find a mate on a dating site.

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By Jackie Pilossoph , Founder, Divorced Girl Smiling, the place to find trusted, vetted divorce professionals, a podcast, website and mobile app. Jackie, I am approaching 50, and just over one year separated from my husband. As I look forward and begin to think about the possibility of future relationships, I can see that dating after 50 might be difficult.

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Note: This article discusses age gap relationships taking place between adults, meaning people over age 18 who are consenting to these dynamics. You're not alone if you're curious about what it might be like to date an older woman or partner.

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Dating in your 50s – what is your experience?

Fellas, from the day we came out of the womb, we have been playing catchup when it comes to the wisdom and maturity of a woman. She was way ahead of us on the school playground when she gave us that first kiss and we didn't know what the hell was happening, and she sure as hell is light-years ahead of us in her fifth decade. She gets things done, and you don't have to worry about it. Because she thought of it before you ever did.

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