Why am I addicted to 22 year olds?

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Registered: 07-27-2004
Why am I addicted to 22 year olds?
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Tue, 07-27-2004 - 10:34am
I am 26 years old. For some reason, every guy I end up attracted to or meet up with is 22 or 23. The problem with that is that I want someone my own age who is ready to have relationship and 22 year olds just want to party. My friends tell me I do it unconsciously because I am commitment phobic. I feel that I just can't meet a man my own age who interests me. 22 year olds are great for a good time, but seldom want anything lasting. When I actually do meet someone who my friends approve of, I am quickly bored with him and I end up blowing him off. I am so frustrated and I feel like I am going to be alone forever at this point.
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Registered: 01-21-2004
Tue, 07-27-2004 - 11:23am
I've never known that many 22-yr old guys who wanted to get married, or even have a steady girlfriend. Try the 25 to 30 years age range. I doubt you will have any luck w/the early 20's guys.
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Registered: 05-05-2003
Tue, 07-27-2004 - 11:44am
Because you probably still feel like you're 22 yourself and you don't really want to grow up. There is no future with a 22 yr old and you know it, but you still chase them. You should stop looking for a man for a little while and work on YOU.

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Registered: 07-28-2004
Wed, 07-28-2004 - 12:47pm
I'm not convinced its a bad thing. I am 25 and have dated two 21 year olds in the last year. First off, what's wrong with just having fun? And second off, you cant generalize someone based solely on their age. Some 20 year olds are more ready for commitment than some 30 year olds. Your dating the person, not his age. Just decided for yourself. If you get along, I'm not sure 4 years should be the reason you don't give someone a chance.
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Registered: 03-26-2003
Wed, 07-28-2004 - 7:04pm
You need to examine why you find nice guys boring. Do you not think you deserve a nice guy? If you're into party guys or whatever, that is telling about what you think you deserve. I had a SIL who actively sought out guys in that age group. They really hit it off. She wanted to be entertained and controling and they appreciated her 'experience'. Flash forward three marriages to younger guys, one a genuine San Quentin con. It wasn't until she grew up and realized her potential that she found someone worthy of her.