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Dating at age 50-plus can be daunting, but also fun. Maybe you made a New Year's resolution, or had a lonely Valentine's Day, or watched The Golden Bachelor," and you find yourself contemplating dating again. At age 50-plus, navigating the dating world and looking for love is very different from dating in your 20s and 30s.
But dating isn't just for the young. While the dating scene has changed significantly over the years, some aspects of romance remain the same whether you meet at a pub or through a website. And popular television shows like "The Golden Bachelor," which featured 64-year-old Minneapolis fitness instructor Leslie Fhima, help remove some of the stigma and myths about dating as an older adult. In fact, Jolene Beaton, a matchmaker for It's Just Lunch, thinks dating improves with age. "More and more people have started to have the confidence to be out dating and find love again," said Beaton, who added that most of her clients are age 50-plus. "People get more comfortable in their own skin, and they have more capacity and resources. There's this thing called ego integrity — it's achieved around age 65 — when we accept our life as it is. It's when people really start letting go of judgment." A recent Match report found that singles 50-plus are happier and more eager to date than younger adults. Dating experts say there are plenty of reasons for 50-plus singles to be optimistic. Research shows that social relationships can improve cognitive and overall health. And there are plenty of fish in the sea. About 35% of Americans age 55-64 and 36% of those 65-74 are single, according to U.S. Census Bureau data. Family and his Minnesota ties are important to entrepreneur Marc Kline. Dating, he said, can get "complicated." Know yourself. Re-entering the dating world can feel overwhelming, but it also can be fun. One of the first steps, dating experts advise, is to take time to think about what kind of relationship you're ready for and what you want a courtship to look like. Do you want to navigate an ex-wife or teenage children? "The 50-plus crowd usually has some experience, they've had long-term relationships or marriages," said Minneapolis relationship coach Alex Merritt. "Their outlook on life is a lot less fairy-tale-ish." While that may mean they usually know what they want, she said, they also may be less willing to compromise, perhaps less willing to move or adjust established routines. For entrepreneur Marc Kline, a divorced 62-year-old who lives in Minnetonka, his family and keeping ties in his birth state of Minnesota are important to him. "I have roots here. I imagine keeping a strong foothold here," he said. "That can be a deal breaker right out of the shoot. It's not the Brady Bunch. It can get complicated." Recent reports by online dating giants Match and eharmony show that 50-plus singles want it all —sexual attraction, a serious relationship, friendship and companionship. "There's been a shift overall with people looking for significance in their relations, emotional intelligence, serious relationships," and less focus on appearances, said Rachel DeAlto, chief connection officer for Match Group, which operates 12 dating platforms, including OkCupid, OurTime and Tinder. The Match website says 37% of members are 50-plus. Beaton agreed. Singles age 50-65 are "more focused on health and longevity," she said. "From 65-75, they're more focused on the quality of life, the conversations, the positivity, they don't want to get bored. Lifestyle choices are really big after 65." Dwane Martin of St. Paul has been dating for five years since he divorced after 15 years of marriage. He tells his dates the first time they go out that he is interested in remarrying. Before meeting in person, he usually asks: "What is your long-term relationship goal?" said the 62-year-old church deacon. "It's really about connection." Dwane Martin, a church deacon, has been dating for more than five years after being married for 15. He's upfront about his relationship goals: He wants to remarry. Go digital. If you haven't dated in a while, one of the biggest changes is that technology has transformed how people meet and find love. It can be a culture shock, but it's a legitimate dating avenue. Thirty percent of U.S. adults have used a dating site or app, according to a Pew Research report. More than half report a positive online dating experience, and 42% say it's made the search for a long-term partner easier. Online sites and apps can be a convenient and quick way to meet a lot of people in a short time while filtering for criteria like age and location.
Senior dating 4 fun
Senior dating for fun
