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LifestyleRelationship with younger partner
#RI-6a6b036c·9 months ago·
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“Dating a 22-year-old guy, 13 years younger”

Dating a much younger guy has caused emotional burnout and exhaustion.

What I wish I knew
"How to set boundaries in a relationship with a significant age gap"
If I could tell you one thing
"Be cautious of relationships with large age gaps, as they can lead to power imbalances."
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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