anyone out there that didnt start dating til later in life? what was your experience like!?

Question

I'm just curious and want to know people's experiences. Anyone that didn't start dating until later in life, like say...21 and older.

What was your experience like? What was your reason for not dating before? did you find it hard to adjust to the datng world when you did? were you ever turned down for your lack of experience? did you regret not dating til later?

just curious becuase I havent started dating yet.

thanks for your answers. and ONLY respond if this applies to you. thanks

Answer 1

I did not start to date until I was 19. It was scary. I thought about how to ask her out for days and days. When I finally got up the courage, she said, "Sure". Wow, that was easy. We went to a movie and it was a nice time. It broke the ice for me and I dated a lot after that. I got turned down a lot but, I learned not to take it personally.

I did not date early because I was in a seminary and was not allowed to date. But, I was glad I waited, too. It took a lot of pressure off from peers. Once I started to date, it was easy. Mostly, I dated kids from my group that I had gotten to know in classes. In college, I was introduced to girls by friends and dated one girl for a long time.

For a girl, I think it is different. Now, I think it is OK to ask a guy you like out for a coffee date or a lunch. Most guys, who are mature, won't mind. Don't expect romance from the first few dates, though. It takes time. Take it slow, be sincere and don't put too much emphasis on that first few dates. Get to know the guy before doing anything sexual. It is a big step for a first timer. Make sure he understands. Good Luck. Your life is about to open to a new and exciting time.

Answer 2

Dating Later In Life

Answer 3

As far as dating goes, I really think you'll be fine. There's something to say for experience, but their also just life experience... you're not going to be as intelligent or mature or know yourself as well as you do when your 21 when your 18... no matter how many people you date, or how many lessons you learn along the way. For what things you might not learn before hand, that's time available to do other things... because junior high and highschool relationships exhaust a lot more energy than a more mature relationship. I didn't date anyone until highschool, I felt like the only one. And I didn't actually really like the person I was dating until I was 19.



And I did some immature things that are kind of embarrassing, but he turned out to be a horrible person, so it wouldn't of mattered how much experience I had, he was immature and he cheated on me with like 6 girls and lied to my face about it and everyone around me was weird to me because everyone knew but me for a whole year. And, he still talks **** about me... at age 25. So, you know, doesn't hurt to wait until guys grow up any. Lol.



Oh and, you know, the time I spent being a loser in junior high, because I couldn't get a date, and I wasn't cool with the snotty shallow rich girls, I spent doing stuff I was interested in. It seems now that it benefited me a lot to put the energy into myself, because if I ever hear complaints from guys, it's that most girls are dumb, and shallow, and hyperemotional and stupid. Lol. And if I ever hear compliments from guys it's that they're glad I'm not like that. I don't know why I get that a lot. I attribute it to not being busy crying or gossiping, and having to figure out how to entertain myself with hobbies and becoming more unique because of it? Or something like that.



My best guess.

Answer 4

I can answer some questions though I do not fit in all your questions.I am 21 have not dated yet.The reason I have not dated is because I think school is more important,and girls are expensive.Need lots of time,it would be nice if you have them as a half part time but not part time.

Answer 5

I am 25 and never had dating before.

My experience is wonderful because I am living my life for myself and not for show up to people. There is nothing special in dating I think. May be expenses from the guy's pocket and then...........

Real love is from inside. That's it.

Answer 6

my first gf and kiss was when i was 20. this is my first gf i have ever had and we've been together for more than a year now. i wasnt looking for anyone when i met her, but when i least expected i was in a relationship.