The age debate never stops. But it appears that women who date younger men seem to get a rougher deal than men who date younger women. They get called cradle snatchers and the objects of their affections get called toy boys. (And yes, the other way round suffers too, with accusations of being a trophy wife or a gold digger.) The human race is way too judgmental. Love happens in mysterious ways! There are plenty of good reasons to date a younger man, in case you are wondering.

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1. Young Guys Are Hotties

Let's face it, most mature men have little more than an abundance of nasal and ear hair to recommend them - great, if you're an anthropologist writing an academic paper on human woolliness but not so great when you're looking for a handsome beau to light up your love life. Young guys are hot, fit and a lot less inclined to bore you rigid with their "life experience" monologues. If you ever needed valid reasons to date a younger man, think "nasal hair"!

2. You Stay in Control

Young hotties are also fine with you being at the controls of your relation-ship cockpit. In fact, it's because they appreciate a woman who knows her own mind that they're with you in the first place. You call the shots; how's that for a cougar treat?

3. Aretha Said It: RESPECT

Most mature men regard themselves as alpha-dog in all of their relationships; they want to provide and protect at best, dominate, bully and boss around at worst. Young men admire your talents, self-determination and pay you respect rather than want to put you down just because you've dared to show independence of mind. Soul diva Aretha Franklin stated it loud and clear: R.E.S.P.E.C.T. is what you want.

4. Less Romantic Baggage

Since young men come with far less romantic baggage, he'll be able to devote his attention and time to you, instead of ex-wives and kids or custody battles over pets.

If you're looking to engage your partner in intriguing conversations, why not try some hypothetical questions for couples? These fun queries will not only keep the conversation lively but also stimulate deep thoughts and potentially reveal insights about each other's personality and thought processes.

5. Boundless Energy Bundle

Having a young guy by your side who's energetic, sporty and enthusiastic about life will rub off on you and make you happier, more productive and the experience more fun. Allow him to take you clubbing, even if you haven't the foggiest idea what type of music's playing - open up your mind to a new life and new experiences.

6. Not Afraid of Change

Instead of going out with a man who's predictable and set in his ways, you'll be able to embrace life to the full and try out new things. Helicopter rides over the Grand Canyon, parachuting in Patagonia or making a hot and steamy video in your bedroom - younger guys will be far less afraid of change than mature guys and you'll get more fun out of life.

7. Full of Dreams and Aspirations

Who wants to stare skepticism, pessimism and faded aspirations in the face over the breakfast table? Young men are still full of dreams for the future, have career and relationship aspirations and a positive outlook that will inspire you, not depress you.

8. Rewind, Restart, but Don't Repeat Relationship Mistakes

His infectious energy and enthusiasm will help you to rewind to an earlier "you," the girl you were before chauvinist partners cowed you and turned you into a cynic. Allow the "girl with a spring in her step" to re-emerge without being dragged down by romantic baggage. Rewind, restart but don't repeat relationship mistakes.

9. Great Pillow Talk

Among the many reasons to date a younger man has to be that his boundless energy will translate into great escapades in bed. Pillow talk afterwards will also be more fun - he's relishing your greater experience in matters of sex and will be an eager student, listening not only to your advice but also trying to live up to your expectations.

Of course, this isn’t saying don’t date an older man or one close you your age. I just wanted you to feel that it’s perfectly acceptable to consider dating a younger man (just like it’s perfectly ok to consider dating a much older man). Don’t let prejudice thwart the path of love!

I once dated a 16-year-old when I was 22. Although, I did think he was 18 ... but that’s a story for another day! ^_^

Have you dated a younger man? What was your experience? Good or bad?

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Where Thoughts and Opinions Converge

peony
2015-08-21T18:54:51.587Z
How young are we talking though??? Ten years difference not a big deal but twenty five years difference then he will be needing a note from his teacher hehehe
The
2015-08-22T03:59:39.532Z
It is not believe me he is so immature
sara
2015-08-22T11:45:30.710Z
When I was 18 going on 19, I dated a 16 year old. He was mature for his age however, I had to accept that we weren't on the same page in life and that it just couldn't work out (at the moment). I was in college and had to focus on establishing myself. We lasted about 6 months and I genuinely loved him but I had to consider the long run. Now, 8 years later, I'm still on a different page but he's grown up and if there was opportunity to date him, I think I would.
Sharon
2015-08-21T21:09:20.218Z
Hey guess what! Your "younger guy" won't be young forever. And all of these depend on what you are looking for. If you just want to have fun, who cares. If you want something serious, looks will not be everything as referenced in #1.
Riya
2015-08-22T20:02:34.220Z
Age isn't matter but we have to make sure that person is true to you.
Thelma62913
2015-08-23T05:35:30.929Z
Bad. Bad. Bad. Bad. Bad experience for me.
teta
2016-09-07T12:46:50.101Z
@girls with much younger men,do you tell them your real age,at the beginning when you start going out together? Or you wait for a while? Even if you look much younger than your age. Because I have younger guys who have cruches on me, sometimes they think i am around their age while I am 8 to 10 yrs older than them. Is telling them will blew them off, make them lose interest?
NMGreenChile
2015-08-21T23:12:09.704Z
Obviously, the older we get, the less age matters. I'll note that my husband is a full decade younger than I. Does it work? Well, we recently celebrated our 30th(!!) wedding anniversary, & we are still soulmates. :-)
Ria
2015-08-22T14:45:04.024Z
I was in a three and four year relationship out of 4 younger men. I've dated a few older men but they didn't last as long. Currently with a guy three years younger than I. He is the youngest but the most mature out if all and the most ambitious.
Janet
2016-09-07T09:28:32.914Z
I'm turning 40 now and I don't expect I can have a bf that our age gap is 18 years difference, I always doubt if it is ok to had a relationship w younger man, but when I read this article I am enlighten that there'd nothing wrong w me! So it's acceptable!