This is true. My ex boyfriend was younger than me. We were so happy.
A Study Suggests Women Who Date Younger Men Are Happier in Their Relationships

Bright Side is intrigued by the study and would like to share its details with our readers.
200 women in relationships were surveyed.
An age gap of around 10 years is the most suitable.
Upon researching, it was found that women who were in a relationship with a man who was about 10 years younger than them were the happiest. They were also more committed to their relationships compared to ladies who were dating older men or men who were close in age to them.
Women feel more dominant in these relationships.
While there was not enough data to make a claim about results, the researcher has put forward possible reasons why women might feel more comfortable dating younger men. According to him, women get the upper hand in these relationships and there’s more room for equality.
Men are happy too.
Have you ever dated someone younger than you? What is the age difference between you and your partner?
Comments
Geez, this article couldn't have come at a better time for me. My husband passed away in August. He was 8 yrs younger than me & it was never an issue. I was reluctant to get involved with him when I met him but he wouldn't have it, saying it didn't matter at all. We were married for 20 yrs, together 23. Someone I dated in the past has recently contacted me and he's NINE yrs younger & those same feelings about him being too young were there again, even though my marriage worked. I'm older still at this point, but after reading this article, I realize that I probably still not need to worry about me being older than someone I love. It worked out fine for me before so why not again?
My boyfriend is also younger than me. At first I was really skeptical, but honestly.. I don't even feel the gap anymore ?
My wife is 15 years older than me but age doesn't matter we are happy with each other and we both care and love each other enough.
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