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How to Find Love after 50: 7 Proven Secrets
If you’re over 50, you’re not a newbie in the relationship department. Perhaps you’ve been married in the past, or simply had a string of unsuccessful relationships; in any case, if you find yourself single now, you may feel like you’re starting from scratch. The good news is, your life experience will aid you in finding love again.
Dating When You’re Older Is Different
You’re not 20 anymore, and some of the romantic sheen has probably worn away from your ideal of love. Maybe you’ve been hurt in the past, or maybe you’re doubtful that it’s even possible to find love at your age.
The statistics say it’s entirely possible for you to find love after 50. Pew research reports that in 2013, two-thirds (67%) of previously married adults ages 55 to 64 had remarried, and 50% of adults ages 65 and older had remarried. Men are more likely to remarry than women, probably because more men than women want to remarry. These statistics show you can find love again.
If you’ve been independent for some time, you might find it difficult to make compromises; you’re probably comfortable in your routine, and allowing someone to step in and shake things up can be decidedly unsettling.
Finding Love after 50 Is Better