The Baby Boomer generation is getting older. There have been lots of marriages and kids along the way...and divorces as well. In fact this generation made divorce very much "en vogue." This leaves a lot of people lonely in their later years. And, they start looking for someone. This is the smart way to approach the process of searching.
In prior decades most people at least thought they were marrying for keeps. Now it is estimated that some 50% of all marriages end in divorce. And if the fast-paced Hollywood set is held up as an example it is nothing to get married several times with kids from more than one spouse. And having kids outside the bonds of marriage is no longer a stigma or a problem.
So, with these dubious trend-setters to emulate, Baby Boomers have certainly flexed their “independence muscles.” As this massive group of humanity approaches their late 50’s and early 60’s many have found themselves alone, having gotten divorced at least once and often for a second or third time. And since most people don’t want to grow old by themselves they are back in the dating scene and find it very much different than they remember in their high school and college years. Since many people consider their past marriages a “mistake,” they don’t want more of the same. Dating, particularly at an older age, can be frightening. Fortunately, there are several tips to make the experience more meaningful and successful.
On The Rebound
How long has it been since a divorce or relationship? This is an important consideration because people act differently depending on the length of time since the split up. For example, there is a sense of desperation to find someone, even if it isn’t the right type of person. The rule of thumb is the longer the better. In fact, many women recognize this problem and come right out and ask how long it has been. If a marriage or serious relationship is less than 2 years ago they won’t date that person. No one wants to be the “rebound victim.”