Cougar. Is it a buzz word, trend or sheer indulgence? A major network now has a TV show about this very subject.
I've only heard the term used in the past couple of years, although the concept is nothing new. Women have been pursuing younger men since we began demanding equality and likely goes way back in history. (Please do help me out if you know!)
While the age argument is a small part of it, I believe that many of us don't feel age is much of a barrier in relationships. Or is it?
The main question I have is, do you think if a woman chooses a younger man that she is looking for nothing more than sexual gratification? Is she looking to associate with younger men in order to deny her age? Is there potential for a true relationship that will last? Do other women, in general, seem to prefer a specific age group, i.e. men that are older, younger or around the same age?
My daughters have always told me I need to stop dating older men and go for guys much younger than myself. They think I have a lot more in common with the younger guys. I seem to have a natural instinct that guides me towards older men (usually 7 - 12 years older), but do wonder if maybe I'm afraid of younger men. I can't help but wonder if being with a younger guy is a way for an older woman to boost her ego.
Although younger guys have greater endurance, older guys have often been trained
and can be much more intense, so I can see an argument on either side.
I'm not quite sure where I stand on this, so I'd love some input and to hear from you guys. What are your thoughts?