How much older of  age  do you think is appropriate to date a 23 year old man?
552365
Well, I'm 35 and my boyfriend is 23....so go for it! You're both adults. If you both consent, to hell with what anyone else thinks. I met my boyfriend two years ago and my mother just hates it!! But, she has to endure because we're about to have a child together (any day now). I'm not ashamed to admit that I initially pursued him because he was hot! I don't regret any of it either. \n\nA word of advice though: the age difference will crop up, no matter how hard you try to ignore it. I'm not just talking about what other people will say. It will crop up between the two of you. There are just some things you can't change and the big one is that you have way more life experience than he does, no matter how mature he may be. How each of you handles these moments will determine whether or not a relationship will work....along with all the other relating factors. Age difference doesn't have to be an obstacle if handled with care. I've had to remind myself on many occasions that I used to be his age and I used to think or act as he does. I can't change him...he's going to things his way...after all that's how we all learn.\nThe very fact that he reminds me of myself at that age is one of the reasons I love being around him. It makes me feel understood and not so alone in the world. I never had that with any other man.
49743
Why sure, go for it. My boyfriend that I have been with for Almost four years now, and our relationship is still going strong, Im like 21 and he's 23. Some people say girls mature faster than men, which I think is so true. But I really don't think age matters unless there like a minor or something, but hell yeah go for it.
764618
The thought of dating a guy that's younger than me for some reason freaks me out. I'm nearly 19 and I've been dating my boyfriend for 2 years and he's 23. Our age gap works out wonderfully. I think as long as you have a lot in common and you're at the same/ver similar point in your lives the relationship can work. \n\nThat being said I personally wouldn't date anyone over 25 at my age. I'd be wondering why they were interested in someone so much younger.. It disgusts me when I see a man in his 40's + with some teenage girl. Ugh makes me think he should be castrated.\n\n-Elise
1113766
Age is just a number! If you guys like each other then go for it! mY ex was one year younger than me and that was no problem!
705614
I too have a preference for older men and have been there. First off don't be offended when your family starts in with the what does he want someone so young for. Most occasions when an older man is interested in someone so young it is because there is something wrong with him. That being said there are some relationships that do work out becuase both are really in love and only time will tell this. I suggest that you tell your parents that you know that there is high percentage of varying age difference relationship problems and the two of you love each other and discuss the topic often and want to do your best to work through that and feel it is worth it. More than likely you will get oposition concerning this but don't get angry. There is reasons for their concern and respect that. There does have to be a point though after your family has met him and he has proven time again that he does love you that you need to take a stand and say that's enough he has proven that he loves me regardless of my age and his only negative aspects are normal and I can live with them so I suggest everybody else to just accept my relationship and get over their expectations of me finding someone your own age because it's not going to happen.\n\nOn the other hand if their fears eventually get confirmed then don't be so hard on yourself. We never see it for ourselves until it is too late and going through what ever you may go through could have ended up being a wonderful relationship but you wouldn't have known unless you tried.
694540
i'm 20 and with a 29 year old man. i think its ok to date who ever u want as long as its legal.
1000605
I'm 23 and I'm with a guy that 36, I really like because he's smarter and more mature than guys my age, but still heaps of fun.  I guess he likes me because I'm not 36, so I guess I don't really know the answer to your question....
723398
yes,why not?Date is Date,it's not marry with that old man.But first of all,starting from friend.it could be more than friend in the future...who know!\nI had a date with a man 45 years old.He is very funny,cheerful  and he has a lot of good/bad experiences to talk to me.I could learn many things from him.I mean we exchanged our experience life.Since I know him till now he is one of my best friend.and you know,when I met him,I said "You're an ASSHOLE....I don't care what your name...Art,Arthur or Asshole!!I don't care at all".It's impolite but I said that to him!!I cannot believe myself I said that to him!!!How come!!!
821294
when i was 21 i dated a guy who was 43. it was nice and ironically we did have lots in common as far as interests and goals in life.\nwe had alot to talk about so it's not like it was all physical. he was there when i was sad to rub my back and tell me i'd be alright and vise versa. so like everyone else has been saying. as long as you are of legal age you should be fine. as long as you guys actually like eachother, enjoy eachothers company and have much in common then there is nothing wrong at all. that doesnt mean your a gold digger or a player it just means you've found a refined man instead of a childish boy. ;)
410581
Myself I prefer older men who are wiser,experienced,most likely not into games,has morals and a lot of his life to share.A mature man. So I say 35.
925012
18*2=36 !!! i think its better to date a man in near age .. being amature is not enough !!! the life looks different for a person (36 yrs) that it looks for another just (18 yrs) !!!
1071956
Age is not important in a relationship as long as the people are adults.  I have alwys preferred older men.  The man I have been with for the past four years is more than 30 years older than me.  Of course you get the odd stares sometimes but when you love someone it doesn't bother you.  I say wait it out and see what happens, follow your heart.
333381
Its not at all about the age. Its all about compatiability. You guys should be on the same wavelength and you should have trust. being able to communicate properly is also one of the major criteria.\nAge difference does not matter.
83925
Honey, as long as this guy is nice to you, understands about the difficulties such age differences mean, and is basically a good guy then date him, have fun, but don't let him press you to do things you don't want to. I married a man older then myself and have been very happy. It takes longer for men to mature then women so really he is basically your age right about now. So the real question is do you want to date some one who is the same age as you? lol
480692
it depends on the age difference.\n\nI'm 18, I wouldn't date a guy younger than 17.
900586
Personally I believe when you really love someone, I don't think age is a problem. It is more of whether both of you can communicate with each other and both have you must be able to accept each other.
345557
Hey age doesn't matter! If the both of you are compatible with each other then go for it! That is what matters the most.