Why does my 29 year old boyfriend still act like he is 5?
415024
He hasn't grown up yet.
329367
When I was 20 I dated a guy who was 26... it was fine for awhile but it didn't last.  I say if you feel like you're on the same level maturity wise and he treats you right, go ahead!
360675
Sometimes it's true that women's maturity level progresses faster than younger men's. In your case you might be feeling a bit uncertain because that statement does not apply to you. \nRemember: Age is only a number. So is salary.\n\nIf you can love him no matter what and want to work things out with him, no matter what, then he is the one for you.\n\nEveryone has differences in taste, his is 80's music and an early bed time.. so what? At least he isn't a drug addict and abuser. Take it for what it's worth... if he treats you well, is financially stable and willing to work on your relationship, you've got a winner!\n\nGood luck, and look out for yourself--
1067045
You'll get a lot of people that will say it is, that it's disgusting, etc., but all that is matters is if YOU'RE happy. My boyfriend and are are 27 years apart (I'm 22, he's 49) and we're incredibly happy. It's as if there isn't an age difference between us at all. We love one another, have fun and trust one another and that's all that matters. Sure, we get looks from people or have bold, immature people ask us what it is I see in him and/or how we're able to have a relationship with so many years of age difference, but we don't care.\n\nSo, to answer your question, absolutely not! Like I said though, be prepared for a lot of people to give you pathetic answers calling you a sicko, saying that that's stupid, and judging you in general, but those answers really don't matter because it only means the people judging you like that either a.) aren't in a happy relationship and are angry/jealous at/about those who are in one, b.) they are closed-minded and refuse to see anything outside of the norm, or c.) they're simply immature and want to leave rude, pointless answers.\n\nIf you're happy, go for it :)
57590
Um.... yes, i think thats why ur name is crazy chic. That is insane. You may feel like you love him but you dont. trust me. He's 30 so he knows all the best things to say to you that you might think are sweet and thoughtful...well, hes had 30 years of experience. you may think he loves you and all but a 30 year old man wants nothing from a 17 year old girl except sex...even if you havent had sex yet, you will because he'll pressure you to. He's 30 for god's sake. he's old enough to be your father!!! trust me please, i have been in a situation like this before, i am also 17 and was dating a 27 year old guy. Dont let this man hurt you like i let mine.
552012
No. a guy that age is no more a baby... his interests are more of girls, music, sports, or any 'in' things young men do like to do. Many would prefer to act like mature adults, not overgrown babies! And mature men dont play with stuff like that, unless he is abnormal.  Dont ever give him that, else he will surely be offended from your innocent and unintended innuendos that he is still immature.
211593
Do you think you would have the same feelings for him/about him if he was closer to your age?  Society puts a lot of stipulations on this type of relationship.  My first love was a man who was 12 years older than myself (with whom I had a child) and I was married to a man 17 years my senior.  The age factor didn't bother me, but it did bother my husband.  He felt a little insecure with our age differences - he thought I would wake up one day and want to be with a younger man.  That wasn't the case at all.  We had fun together - laughed, good experiences - and not so good (like all relationships).  We had differing viewpoints on some issues, but nothing we couldn't agree to disagree on.  You need to ask yourself if you feel as if you would be missing out on something in life if you decided to stay in a relationship with this man.  Are you compatible in other ways?  Do you both want the same things out of life?  Are you happy?  Where do each of you see yourselves in 5 years - together or apart?  What about children?  No relationship is a piece of cake and with an age difference it makes it a little more difficult, but not impossible.  Follow your heart, do what makes you happy.
703474
Here's a suggestion from a male perspective: tell him he is acting like a complete @ss. Men, all men, do NOT take hints, so do you and him a favor and just explain it. The so-called 'mid life crisis' is a total myth. It is a made-up condition to explain bad behavior by shrinks and hippies.  Draw the line and stand on it...do not give him a pass on his actions because of a virtual condition.
793745
god forgive me for stereotyping but I only have limited info for going on! from what you say, there is only one adult in the relationship and it's not him!!!\nok, he sounds like a typical man, wanting to have his cake and eat it too - basically he feels it's a bit wrong to be with you, but he wants you to make it ok.\nso he's being cautious and flaky so that most of the hard work comes from you and you end up saying all the stuff people usually don't want to be the first to say (ie tell me how you feel/why are you sending out mixed signals - making you look needy)- don't fall into that trap. as much as you want some clarity, pull back and let him do the hard work. it is obvious he likes you despite the age diff (dirty old man - just kidding) so he will try to engineer the opportunity to kiss you again- at which point, i think you should play a bit hard to get so he has to SAY those things he is obviously avoiding saying  in case it all goes tits up, i presume. \nanyway, only my opinion, so let me know if i was totally wrong - and good luck!!!
467782
He has not grown up.  Sounds as if he is still playing childish games because he realizes that in the end you will always be there for him.  Short and to the point, my dear, you're being manipulated by a man-child!
1043002
If he still lives at home with his parents, then they are treating him like a kids still, and he cant grow up emotionally and socially.\n\nPeople who live with thier parents at a longer age than is necesary, are handicapped by them.  Its not intentially, but, it happens every time I see it.\n\nWhen he is emotionally ready to get out on his own, look for him then, until then, I would give him space because he isnt going to mature with you around, because he has that social crutch at home...\n\nI wish you well..\n\nJesse
838671
Sounds to me like you're getting a bit sketchy and he doesn't like what he See's. Step back and take a good hard look at yourself and him. You need to ask yourself some serious questions. When you're talking (settling down) there's a lot involved there. Like dealing with each others ups and downs day in and day out. Your careers. Buying a house. Starting a family. Can you see growing old with this person? What are your goals in life? Do you have the same goals in mind? And a whole bunch more than that. If you're already having problems at 22 and 24 you better get ready for the real world. Good luck
887126
If you are 30 and she is 5, then you've got some serious hard time ahead of you.\n\nBut, if she's 20 and your 45, then "you the man!"
338007
it's because of the way we treat you!  You want someone a bit more mature then here we are.  You are at the perfect age when a guy in his mid 30's still feels young when he is with someone at your age
238808
I think we need more information 'bout the guy to give you a better answer. I think guys act different depending in how old they are.
141568
Looking at this and all the other questions you have about your boyfriend leads me to believe that he is not the one with the problem.\n\nYou say you are living with your boyfriend, which leads me to believe that you are at least eighteen years old, but your lack of self-esteem and your dependence makes you seem quite a bit younger than that.\n\nYou may be pushing him away with your insecurities.  Men like independent, self-assured women who are confident in their own looks and personality.  Women who constantly compare themselves to other girls around them, who worry about their boyfriends' every glance at someone else - these women make men want to run and hide.\n\nYou can't change the past.  Worrying about it and snooping around won't come to anything good.  Sit down and talk to your boyfriend about *your* problem (insecurity) and tell him that you want to fix it but that you will need his help, patience and understanding.  Then do some sincere work on just letting go of the past, and building up some confidence in yourself.\n\nIt's not easy but you'll be way better off in the long run.
226951
Your not being bossy, you are growing up and taking responsibility for your life.  I know it is probably hard for him to accept that he needs to grow up also but if he really loves you and his son then he needs to.  It simply is not ok to continue that life style when there are so many more important things in his life now.  He needs to understand that just because you are both growing older and you want to be more responsible isn't the end of all the fun in your lives.  It is just that the definition of fun needs to change.  It needs to be more family oriented.  Instead of going out partying till all hours of the night, you have friends over for a barbecue, you take a family trip, etc...