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The term "Younger" encompasses several meanings as both an examination into the ways aging and youth impacts individuals lives. This article explores the different viewpoints in a social and popular culture context using real examples for analysis.
Many public figures who make the news with partners that have large age differences and those actions raise many different points of view from different communities on the validity or importance of that fact. Often many want the focus to remain on connection rather than arbitrary concepts of what is acceptable behavior between adults who can make their own decisions on life events.
There is a wide range of discussions into how older men and women are viewed when dating younger counterparts with differences of opinions ranging from misogynist assumptions to claims of empowering decisions. Society often portrays males dating a younger women as perversion while when a woman is paired with someone younger it is seen as a form of empowerment with many opinions in between. With so much discussion these differences create room for exploration on societal views.
Scott Disick , has often dated younger women throughout his history. In a recent interview, he mentioned a shift in perspective from this type of relationship, to a more thoughtful choice in the near future and noted his focus moving to time with his children.
Scott claimed that his recent relationship had some areas which were good. It was only that the couple were “in different places and times of life." He has openly stated before that he tended to gravitate toward a younger type which he also recognizes is something he is open to shifting with intent and thought.
He mentioned a point in which he no longer plans to specifically focus on younger partners and states the focus should be more on personal growth during any relationship. He also mentioned that "there is a time and a place for everything". Which seems to imply some growth.
While many trends come and go there has become a very clear trend in accepting age diversity in leading characters in Hollywood and on screen. Older women like Demi Moore, have gotten their start in a new spotlight with recent roles showcasing a different perspective. A similar story can be seen in new productions by Angelina Jolie, and Pamela Anderson each with a recent resurgence.
These women have been outspoken about past treatment in Hollywood for how they were portrayed in their younger years or past struggles of feeling like they were only seen for superficial values, or roles that did not challenge the craft of acting in general. Now with new projects they show value through the depth of new roles they have taken and what those mean for others to watch and relate too.
The new path these women have forged will also continue to challenge the view of what roles older women can achieve while redefining traditional views. With new stories exploring female desire and societal expectations, there has become an approach that makes a call for understanding the deeper value in older people with complex narratives.
Many in hollywood have created opportunities to shift from what are usual standards for older actors by taking part in narratives that are not only challenging but unique. These new trends give a shift into understanding what it means to mature within the entertainment industry without leaving behind all of those previously held life experiences.
Kidman's new role depicts a new side of sexuality of middle-aged women. She was a part of an "older women and younger man" story, which has traditionally centered on shaming a women’s power which in her case is turned on it’s head and showcases self love and empowerment in this space and takes focus on new personal desires that she has found with age.
Actresses like Andie MacDowell and Pamela Anderson are publicly taking part in challenging traditional views of makeup and youthful appearances. With both taking an au naturale approach. This challenges previously seen viewpoints of how older women should or need to portray themselves. The bold action by so many highlights changes in mindset and new viewpoints.
Some situations of older women with younger partners and older men with younger women all bring into light very complex aspects with many layers. All of this prompts discussions on consent power balances and personal exploration. Some would like it explored in a less restrictive view while focusing on agency, respect and desire above societal restrictions.
Regardless of view points on older women or older men paired with a partner, the main factor in their Relationships and in real life should be the same, all partners should have control over themselves and the narrative while also being clear on expressing the importance of personal connection. Open conversation on boundaries is a key component in positive partnerships to focus on authentic expressions of choice and life paths for an improved future.