9 Surprising Reasons Why Age-Gap Relationships Work 

6. It leads to a more diverse group of friends

While people tend to spend time with others who are the same age, merging friend groups of different ages can lead to diverse perspectives, unexpected intergenerational connections, and a broader social circle. The more the merrier, and uniting communities that wouldn’t have connected otherwise can be a beautiful thing that leads to personal growth all around.

7. Increased life expectancy

One reason people might be scared to commit to an age-gap relationship is the possibility that your partner could pass away before you. But with advancements in the medical field and in technology, life expectancy is more impressive than it’s ever been, meaning that older people will stay active (and attractive) for many more years.