Dating Over 50: When is it Time to Kiss?

There are a lot of happy and healthy singles over 50 nowadays. People live longer, and their health is better, which allows them to lead an active life much longer than before. And it has become increasingly popular to seek romance for people over 50.

The attitude toward dating after 50 has also changed. Nowadays, most people think everyone has the right to be happy and in love regardless of age. This is true for everyone, including farmers, and that is why there are now farmers dating sites as well as sites for every other interest.

One of the most significant changes that happened to people dating after 50 is online dating.

There are dating sites that are created specifically for older people. There are also many apps, and more people are generally engaged in dating online.

According to the Pew poll, the number of people dating 55-64 has doubled in just two years. Dating (especially if you are looking for a good and solid long-term relationship) is hard for anybody.

It’s just that your memories of dating “back then” may not be as helpful as you thought they would be. Many things have changed culturally, and you and your potential partners are not the people you were back then.

Single men may have changed a lot as well since you last dated. They will likely be more mature, more established, and more self-confident than you might be used to.

Many of them will also be looking to meet women in different spots. There are a handful of great places to meet older women that most guys are going to frequent. If you want to have the most options, it’s a good idea to check them out as well.

If you already have a potential partner, skip to the fun parts! We’ll get into everything you need to know about going lip-to-lip with your new love interest.

Let's take a look at dating over 50 and kissing:

Flirting Rules for Singles Over 50 Regarding Kissing

The first kiss may be the start of a great relationship or become its downfall if it doesn’t feel right to one of the partners. Although it’s not a rule set in stone, you can’t underestimate the importance of the first kiss.

It’s also good to remember that to men and women, kissing means different things. Men take kissing as a way to kick things up a notch, making a more sexual connection. In contrast, women use kissing as a tool for assessing a man as a long-term partner.

But don't be discouraged if your first kiss wasn't the best. Some experts say that a bad first kiss may tell you that a person is not a serial dater who is used to making a good first impression but a normal human being that is nervous, shy, or over-excited, as we all are sometimes.

So it’s your choice to decide if you want to pay close attention to a first kiss or wait for more solid hints about the prospects of further romance.

Dating in Your 50s – When to Kiss

The questions “How long should you wait to kiss?” or “Do you kiss on the first date?” are probably as old as human civilization itself, and it bothers people of both sexes and all ages.

Of course, a large part of the answer depends solely on how you feel. If you think you can kiss a person after only one date — go for it, and if you think you should wait a little longer — that's fine too.

According to the polls, just a bit over half of the people aged 50+ think it is okay to kiss after the first date. And that’s a bit of a problem as your partner might view the early kiss as a sign you are not serious enough and not looking for a long-term thing. Or, it may be judged as a lack of any romance and sexual tension between you.

There is no easy way out. Just observe the situation closely, and if you feel like your partner is showing hesitation, it may be better to leave the first kiss for a second date. Just make sure you make it to a second date.

There are a lot of different variables that affect the “when to kiss” situation. It’s not taboo to rush things a bit, but you shouldn’t just do it carelessly.

Observe your partner and pay attention to verbal and nonverbal cues. Pick a moment good for both of you, and go for it. If you do things right, there’s nothing better to start a great relationship than a passionate and well-timed first kiss.

Can you name any red flags when dating in your 50s?