Interesting?.....

I've talked about this subject before....not because I find it particularly interesting, or necessarily of importance, but because it's been something I've faced for many years.....Ageism. I remember distinctly being called old, and to old for this business, back when I was 27..Those people must think I'm the grim reaper now, LOL......and as I've matured within this industry, it's one of the things said most often to try and insult me. What I find most ironic, most of those who've called me "old", are of an advanced age themselves, lol.....Some information here explains why some men resent older women....I find psychology so interesting and understanding why people do as they do, or say what they say, is important....

Quote-.An older man’s hatred towards an older woman often stems from a combination of deeply ingrained misogyny, internalised ageism, and personal insecurity. Key factors include, but are not limited to, a desperate desire to retain his own youth by devaluing age in women, or the resentment of women who are independent or successful.

Primary Factors Contributing to Hatefulness:

• Internalized Ageism and Misogyny: Older men may adopt societal views that devalue older women, equating youth with beauty and worth, while blaming women for the natural aging process.

• Loss of Power and Control: Men holding traditional views may feel insecure if they cannot dominate or feel superior, leading to anger toward women who are independent, successful, or assertive.

• "Trophy" Mentality: Some men feel entitled to youthful companions to bolster their own self-esteem, leading to hostility towards women who represent their own age.

• Unresolved Personal Issues: Past trauma or negative experiences with women can be projected onto older women in general.

• Resentment of Change: If a man perceives a woman as unwilling to adapt to his preferred lifestyle, or if he resents the lack of "playfulness" and high-maintenance attitudes, he may develop resentment.

• Frustration with Aging: The overall challenges of growing older, such as loss of health or status, can cause frustration that is projected as anger toward partners or women in general.

Such behavior is often a reflection of the man's internal psychological struggles with aging and perceived loss of status, rather than a reflection of the woman's actual value.