I was always well advised to never engage women in a conversation about her age nor her weight
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So I will merely resort to providing reference material with feedback from the social relationship experts...
Ever heard of the rule that men should date women who are half their age plus seven?
“Socially speaking in the western world, women have been granted liberty to unite with men five to 15 years older without anyone batting an eye. Conversely, when a man chooses an older mate he’s apt to encounter judgement and discrimination,” Winter told us.
Historically, a woman was to choose a man the same age, or five to 15 years older. Mid-century, the reason for the elevated age gap would've been economic. Women had little ability to earn income. Their husband was their access to social standing and economic stability. Obviously, an older man had more time to achieve a greater number of personal and financial goals.”
Interestingly, Winter said, ”If this phrase originated in the early 1900's it was clearly created by men (and therefore to their benefit).”
Relationship expert
Rachel Russo also felt the rule had no basis in fact - but could see why it had endured.
For Russo, “It is more important to look at the life stage someone is in to see if your values are similar than to base your decision on chronological age.”
“chances are a 30-year-old man dating a 22-year-old woman would be a much better match than a 30-year-old woman and a 22-year-old guy, as men typically lag behind women in maturity and relationship ready-ness.”
As for the endurance of the rule, Russo thinks it may have something to do with men being attracted to younger women.
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