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Under 25? Take This Dating Advice From Women Over 40
Whether you’re just getting started or starting over, heed these words from women who’ve been there
Dating and relationships don’t really get easier as you get older. But one thing that comes with age is wisdom. And with the right wisdom about dating and relationships, you can make dating easier.
That’s why you should pay attention to these bits of advice if you’re under 25. Save yourself the possible years of heartache, regret, and frustration by starting out with a better foundation.
These words came from a dozen women over 40. Some have been married and are now divorced or widowed. Others never married. But they all came to the same conclusions.
Trust your gut
Red flags. A whisper in the back of your mind. A strong feeling that something isn’t quite right but you can’t put a finger on it. These are all symbols of the same thing: a gut feeling that this person or relationship isn’t right for you.
But all too often, especially as younger women, you ignore that gut feeling. You feel like you need to have verifiable proof of something in order to walk away from someone. But you don’t.
