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I'm 16. He's 21. Is he too old?

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Question - (2 July 2006) 5 Answers - (Newest, 5 July 2006)
A female United States, *mellassweet writes:

I am 16- my birthday was in February. My boyfriend is 21- going to be 22 in August. Is he too old? When i tell people they are shocked, i was when he told me but i am over that now. I really have never met anyone like him before...

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A female reader, dancing_boo United Kingdom +, writes (5 July 2006):

dancing_boo agony auntFollow your heart thats what i say..

Age is just a number, maturity is the point here. If you are both on the same wave length and feel you have alot in common, then whos to say if someone is too old or too young for you?

I was dating a guy of 41, im 23. At first, yes, its natural to worry, becoz you worry about what other people think, but other people cant feel what you feel so whats in their thinking? Just morals, and one being concerned for your welfare. So hear them out, who ever, and make the choice that you feel is right.

Just remember, you cant live your whole life by what people think is right, or the norm. Stop worrying about the way people percieve things, and do what you want to do! But at the same time, take onboard others opinions.

Best of luck x

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A female reader, Terrapin +, writes (2 July 2006):

Terrapin agony auntpete? i mean DrPsych.. sorry i think i may be loosing my mind....

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A female reader, uonlyliveonce United Kingdom +, writes (2 July 2006):

uonlyliveonce agony auntdont worry bout it my boyfriends best mate is 22 and his girlfriend is 16 they've been together for ages it shocks some people at first but they get over it if you like him stick with him who cares what other people think

some 16 years old are immature some arnt obviusly you arnt or he wouldnt be with you

dont live ya life for anyone else its up to you who you date. x x

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A female reader, Terrapin +, writes (2 July 2006):

Terrapin agony auntMy bloke is four years older than me, and it never troubles us. It sometimes makes other people worried, but thats their problem. I agree with pete, dont feel pressurised and take it easy! you'll be fine

Best of luck

T

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A female reader, DrPsych United Kingdom +, writes (2 July 2006):

DrPsych agony auntIt maybe ok, just make sure his motives for dating you are honest and noble ones! What I mean by that is that 21 yr old men may feel it is easier to 'impress' a younger lady such as yourself, and may also want a sexual relationship that you are not ready for. Don't feel pressured into anything - age gaps shouldn't matter in relationships but just be careful.

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