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You are both grown ups. There’s nothing wrong if you date each other.

Age difference has been one of the most common issues people face in relationships. It has both negative and positive outcomes. But surprisingly, more and more successful relationships with age-gaps are inspiring others and teaching the lesson that love knows no limits.

The negative thing about this is that people will always have something to say. Rumors and stereotypes are the never ending challenges of this type of relationship. Plus the fact that some of your life goals and decisions might not meet due to your age difference.

However, the good side of being in a relationship with a huge age gap is you’ll learn to meet each other in between your individualities. You’ll be able to navigate your relationship despite the issues while you learn each other’s choices and love languages. And the challenges will help you understand which are your strengths and weaknesses in the relationship. Thus, gives you the ability to handle criticisms and enjoy your own feelings together.

Regardless of the age, culture and distance, people are free to love who they want to love. It’s not the society that tells them who they should end up with; it’s their heart.

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