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Marriage age difference of 7 years
Im 29M. My parents wanted to marry me to a 22 year old girl. Is the age difference too much? Will there be any problem in marrying with such huge age difference or its quite normal??
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Age difference hardly matters for the good life. Your compatibility is most important.
Seek counseling session before deciding.
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Hi. Talk to her. See for mutual grounds apart age. Marriage involves both physical and psychological components
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Ms. Shaurya Gahlawat
Psychologist
3 yrs exp
Gurgaon
Hi, I understand your dilemma.
It is normal to feel confused. Try to explore the below three aspects:
1. Intimacy- Do you both feel connected to each other? Are you able to talk to each other without hesitation? Can you express your true feelings and emotions without feeling judged? Are you both mentally and intellectually compatible?
2. Passion- Do you both feel attracted to each other? Are you both excited about meeting each other? Do you find adventure together or like to do things together?
3. Commitment- Is one of yours level of commitment higher than the other? Do you both want the same things from a relationship/ marriage? Are you both looking at long term partnership and are willing to accept each other?
The above can help you understand how you both come together. In addition you can try to explore if you both are currently in different phases of life (example- one may be a student and the other may be working). You can also ask yourself where is the confusion about an age gap coming from in your mind (it might have a further root cause).
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Hope this helps, take good care.
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Mr. Sandeep Kumar
Psychologist
12 yrs exp
Chandigarh
Hi dear, mostly problem occurs due to differences in thought, opinion and behaviour. As per my observation physical age is not important thing but you should talk to her once before taking any decision and understand yourself how emotional mature she is. It really important to have equally maturity at level of mindset also.
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Ms. Mohana Priya G
Counselling Psychologist
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi Consult
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Ms. Tarannum Salman
Psychologist
5 yrs exp
Delhi
The girl is 7 years younger to you as you have mentioned. It’s not a ‘huge difference’ as you have stated. 20-30 years back this difference was very common and when it’s an arranged marriage then often the difference in ages is more as the girls’ parents are looking for someone who is settled in career.
What is the sort of problem that you think you can face?
You have to have clarity as to what you are looking for in your partner. Do you want a more settled and mature person? A 22 year old girl would have just finished college and would be starting her career.
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If you have met the girl and know her a little then write down the advantages of marrying her and disadvantages of marrying her. This will give you more clarity.
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If the age difference is making you apprehensive then it’s better to look for a partner who’s closer to your age.
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Ms. Hema Sampath
Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
It is neither abnormal nor normal..
It is the understanding and the love which determines a happy married life..
If the girl is ready, I think then, you do not worry about the age gap..
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Ms. Juhi Parashar
Counselling Psychologist
11 yrs exp
Gurgaon
Level of maturity is different for everyone
You have to see how much you connect with her etc
Consult with me or any psychologist for therapy and counseling regarding this issue
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Ms. Smriti
Counselling Psychologist
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
Talk to her..take her out..try to find out what is good for both of you..age is just a number if wavelength matches..I will surely like to help you if you are interested in premarital counseling.You have taken first step towards it which is half the battle won.
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Ms. Komal Singh Parihar
Psychologist
4 yrs exp
Navi Mumbai
Hello there
I think you should talk to her and discuss it with her all the aspects and problems that you are thinking might be in your marriage. I think by mutually discussing it, you both would be able to make a decision.
Take care. Stay safe and strong. Hope that you find your solution.
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Dr. Seema Aggarwal (PhD)
Counselling Psychologist
9 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi..
Age difference indicates the maturity level.
More than age you need to understand first are you both ready for marriage?
You have to give sometime to each other first before taking any decision.
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You can go for Pre marital Counseling. Book an online session with Psychologist.
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