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If you’re a woman 60 or older looking for a man about your age, there are some expectations I want you to set. These are not meant to scare you.

First off, they might help you feel less crazy, because if you’ve been dating, surely you’ve noticed them!

Secondly, as a dating coach for the last 20 years, I feel confident in saying an eyes-wide-open approach is best.

It’s better to understand what you’re getting yourself into. That way, rather than being surprised or disillusioned, you can focus on navigating early dating.

Let me know in the comments if you’ve noticed these things about men over 60 and if there are any I forgot.

He’s Set in His Ways

By our age, we’ve been around the block enough to think we’ve learned a thing or two. We think we know ourselves, how to communicate, and what’s important in life. Men are no different. It’s not a sign of arrogance for a man to think he knows what’s right and wants to stick to his current preferences and opinions.

Try to think of it as wisdom and confidence. That said, someone who is unwilling to hear your ways of doing things and your ways of thinking is not the man for you. There is a definite balance to be struck.

There Will Be Baggage

Along with habits and behaviors that are well-calcified, there may also be past traumas. By the time we get to be over 60, we’ve weathered health issues, empty nesting, troubled relationships, harmful habits, death of loved ones, career surprises and setbacks, and so much more.

Like you, a man over 60 has a history, and it’s not all rainbows and unicorns. In a healthy relationship, two people have learned from their pasts and come together in the spirit of putting that learning into practice to make something better.

He Wants to Be Appreciated and Accepted

Men of any age really value being seen through the eyes of love and acceptance, but older men even more so. They have worked hard to be the men that they are, and sometimes overcome many great hurdles.

They know they are not perfect, but they want to be given the benefit of the doubt that they’ve tried hard, thought things through, and earned the position they’ve achieved in life. Men really like to be appreciated for their hard work, courage, and loyalty, and it makes them want to keep on providing those things until they literally physically can’t anymore. How heroic!

He Hasn’t Given Up on Love

They may be older, but they have not given up on companionship and love, or, in most cases, sex. It would be impossible to guess by looking at an older man how interested he may be in finding a partner or having an active sex life again.

Since you can never be sure, dating sites are a great place to find older, single men who are ready to find love and/or romance again. Older men tend to have fewer friendships than older women, so they are likely even lonelier than we are.

Health Can Be an Issue

It would be foolish to expect anyone over the age of 60 to have no health concerns at all. Your care and understanding will go a long way. If you end up together, you’ll both be caring for each other as you age, so don’t rule out the notion that you both come with some “liabilities” in that department to begin with.

Health issues include those in the bedroom. ED is especially prevalent among men over 60, and there is a lot you can do to understand the issues and help your partner move through them.

No Two Men Over 60 Are the Same

Don’t expect the next man over 60 to be like the last one you dated. Just like you don’t want to be compared to anyone else your man has dated, neither does he. Even though I am trying to set expectations here, the only true generalization I can make is that every man is different!

This is a little hard for us to truly grok, but it’s great news. It means none of your past disappointments mean you will be disappointed in the same way again, especially if you learn from the red flags you may have stepped over and stay focused on looking for what you most want in a loving companion.

He Can Learn New Tricks

Here’s the best news of all! Just because he’s an old dog doesn’t mean he can’t learn new tricks! Your man grew up in the ’60s, so he knows a thing or two about ch-ch-changes. Just because he’s seasoned doesn’t mean he’s not up for learning something new.

If you are young at heart enough to be reading this blog, you’re going to attract a man who is also young at heart, and that means continuously reading, seeking new knowledge and experiences, and being willing to compromise and even change in honor of love!

Believe it! Or if you are having trouble believing it, see me after class 😉

Let’s Have a Conversation:

What expectations do you have of men when dating? How do you expect them to behave? What have you learned about men over 60 so far?

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Callie and Tori are the two furry heartbeats of my home and bring joy every day. They’re both rescue mutts, full of personality and fluff – and the reason I bring a lint roller everywhere I go.

I affectionately call them Ms. Needy and Ms. Greedy. They are both considered “Elderly Dogs,” which I always gravitate towards when I open my door to a rescue.

Callie is the needy one – always in your lap, stealing the spotlight, and acting like a security guard if someone dares walk down the street, a leaf moves in the yard or a cricket happens to sneeze.

Tori is greedy and more independent but still follows me around like I might do something interesting at any moment.

If you leave your Burger King bag on the coffee table for a few minutes, she will gladly delight in all of your Whoppers.

Together, they’ve turned my house into a place of muddy paw prints, endless belly rubs, and more love than I thought two dogs could give.

But here’s the thing: I didn’t expect to learn from them. I thought I was the one doing the caregiving.

Turns out, they’ve been teaching me all along.

1. Joy Doesn’t Need a Reason

Callie gets excited about the sound of the fridge door. Tori does a happy dance when I open the patio door.

And the celebration I get when I come back from the mailbox? Oscars-worthy.

Watching them has reminded me that joy can be simple and spontaneous.

A good snack. Sunshine on your face. A text from a friend. A nice breeze.

You don’t need a big event to be happy – you just need to notice the little wins.

2. Routines Matter More Than We Admit

These girls run like clockwork. Breakfast by 7, backyard patrol by 8, nap by 9.

And if I forget the afternoon walk?

Callie will start pacing like we’re late for a meeting.

Their dedication to routine made me realize how much I benefit from it, too. There’s comfort in rhythm. Even if it’s just a quiet morning coffee or an evening stretch, those little habits give the day shape – and that makes everything feel a little more grounded.

3. Naps Are Productive

I used to think naps were lazy. But Callie and Tori?

They nap like it’s their job. And somehow, after their 5th nap of the day, they still have energy to zoom around the house like cartoon characters.

Watching them reminded me that rest is not a reward – it’s necessary.

Sometimes, lying in a patch of sun is the most productive thing you can do.

4. Affection Doesn’t Need a Reason or a Timeline

Whether I’ve been gone for five minutes or five hours, the welcome I get is the same: tails wagging, eyes shining, full-body wiggles.

Dogs love unconditionally. They don’t care if you had a bad hair day or forgot to fold the laundry.

They just love you. And honestly?

That’s inspired me to love more freely, too – without conditions, without waiting for the perfect moment.

5. Be Fully Where Your Feet Are

Tori doesn’t care what time it is or what’s next on the calendar. If she smells something interesting, she’s all in.

Callie isn’t worried about yesterday’s spilled water bowl – she’s focused on who’s petting her right now.

They live in the moment. Fully.

No guilt about the past, no stress about tomorrow. And while I’m definitely still working on that, it’s a beautiful thing to try.

Final Thoughts

Callie and Tori may not have diplomas or fancy degrees, but they’ve taught me more about joy, presence, and love than any self-help book ever could.

They’re loyal, ridiculous, endlessly forgiving, and surprisingly wise.

And while they may never master “fetch,” they’ve mastered something better: showing up every day with love, tail wags, and an open heart.

That’s a lesson I’ll carry with me – fur and all.

What Has Your Pet Taught You?

What has your pet taught you about life, love, or laughter? Share your favorite lesson in the comments – I’d love to hear it!

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