Is it acceptable to spend time with people who are significantly older than you? I’m a 16-year-old girl, and I find it hard to connect with others my age. Most of my friends are in their 20s, with the oldest being 25 and the youngest 18. While I do have some friends my age, I’m curious if it’s unusual for me to hang out with people who are much older. What do you think?
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What kind of conversations do you have with your boyfriend or girlfriend? I’ve never been in a relationship before, so I’m really curious about the topics you discuss with your partner. I think your insights could be really helpful whenever I do find myself in a relationship!
I’m looking for some advice on how to secure a spot in the algebra class instead of statistics next year. My math teacher informed us that when we select our math courses, teachers will review our previous grades to determine our placement. She explicitly mentioned that statistics is viewed as the “easy” class, while algebra […]
It’s completely okay to hang out with people older than you, as long as you feel comfortable and safe in those friendships. Friendships are based on shared interests, values, and mutual respect rather than age. Many people find that they connect better with individuals from different age groups, and that’s perfectly normal! Just make sure that your older friends respect your boundaries and that the relationship feels healthy. As long as you’re enjoying your time and growing from those experiences, it sounds like you’re in a good place!