Age Perception: Compliment or Insult?

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The discussion revolves around perceptions of age and how comments about looking older or younger can be interpreted differently based on context and gender. An 18-year-old participant expresses that being told he looks 22 is flattering, while looking 16 feels insulting. The conversation suggests that the age at which these perceptions shift may vary, with a general consensus that the threshold for compliments versus insults could be around five years, especially until one reaches 40, after which comments may be dismissed as unrealistic rather than offensive.Participants reflect on their experiences with age-related comments, noting that as they mature, they tend to let such remarks slide without taking offense. There is also a discussion about societal expectations and stereotypes regarding age, particularly for women, and how these perceptions can influence self-image and interactions with others. The thread takes a humorous turn with playful banter and jokes about aging, emphasizing the lighthearted nature of the topic while exploring deeper themes of identity and societal norms.
  • #51
honestrosewater said:
No, wait, I have the groaner of the week: I guess if I want to win you over, I should get some books on fossil dating. :biggrin:
FOSSIL DATING??
:biggrin:
What a delightful new concept!
:approve:
 
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  • #52
arildno said:
FOSSIL DATING??
:biggrin:
What a delightful new concept!
:approve:

Well according to Lisa we are all fossils, so when can the dating begin?
 
  • #53
I'll just fetch my cane, dear, then I'll come over as soon as possible..
 
  • #54
arildno said:
I'll just fetch my cane, dear, then I'll come over as soon as possible..

Cane i am not that type of guy sorry.
 
  • #55
But, I do need my walking stick; isn't that a cane?
I don't understand what you were thinking of..
 
  • #56
arildno said:
But, I do need my walking stick; isn't that a cane?
I don't understand what you were thinking of..

Ooops ,walking stick phew :biggrin:
 
  • #57
wolram said:
Well according to Lisa we are all fossils, so when can the dating begin?
Wait, you and Arildno? :cry:
 
  • #58
Physics is Phun said:
does it switch between an insult and a compliment to being told you look older or younger?
I am an 18 year old guy. I would be complimented if you said i looked 22 but insulted if you said i looked 16.
But when does it switch, when I'm 22 will i be complimented or insulted to be called 20?
is there a difference if your a guy or girl?
Dear me, this thread has degenerated a lot, hasn't it?
 
  • #59
Evo said:
Wait, you and Arildno? :cry:

But, but, but, but,No He is a nice guy, but i couldn't date
any one that old. :biggrin:
 
  • #60
wolram said:
But, but, but, but,No He is a nice guy, but i couldn't date
any one that old. :biggrin:
I thought you liked fossils. :-p

Wait, aren't I older than Arildno? :cry:
 
  • #61

From wolram's public profile:
Birthday:
December 16, 1951
Location:
warwickshire england
 
  • #62
Evo said:
I thought you liked fossils. :-p

Wait, aren't I older than Arildno? :cry:

Are yes but you are lady fossil, if i could collect you, you would have pride of place :biggrin:
 
  • #63
wolram said:
Are yes but you are lady fossil, if i could collect you, you would have pride of place :biggrin:
:!) Awww, thank you.
 
  • #64
wolram said:
Are yes but you are lady fossil, if i could collect you, you would have pride of place :biggrin:
Yes, that would suit you better. :smile:
 
  • #65
arildno said:
Yes, that would suit you better. :smile:

Mr nice guy :biggrin:
 
  • #66
However, wouldn't it be boring for Evo to sit upon a pedestal all day and be the pride of your place? :confused:

Then again, the female psyche is inscrutable..
 
  • #67
wolram said:
Mr nice guy :biggrin:
Just because you're already going to hell doesn't mean you can start hitting on my fiance!
 
  • #68
honestrosewater said:
No, wait, I have the groaner of the week: I guess if I want to win you over, I should get some books on fossil dating. :biggrin:
:bugeye: :bugeye: I thought you were a girl!
 
  • #69
Lisa! said:
:bugeye: :bugeye: I thought you were a girl!
:smile: I thought I was too, but these are confusing times! No, I was joking about trying to convert him! These exclamations are really waking me up! :bugeye:
 
  • #70
honestrosewater said:
:smile: I thought I was too, but these are confusing times! No, I was joking about trying to convert him! These exclamations are really waking me up! :bugeye:

:smile: He's too opnionated to be converted! And that was strange that he didn't tell you anything because he's too careful not to betray to his gay's identity!(please don't be ! I do applogize! o:) )
 
  • #71
Way too oblique attempt at conversion, honestrosewater.
I never registered it as such..
 
  • #72
arildno said:
Way too oblique attempt at conversion, honestrosewater.
I never registered it as such..
Ah, it must be working then...

Have girls seriously tried to convert you before? Does that happen a lot? My mom thinks she's going to convert one of the Queer Eye guys (Thom). :rolleyes:
 
  • #73
honestrosewater said:
Ah, it must be working then...

Have girls seriously tried to convert you before? Does that happen a lot? My mom thinks she's going to convert one of the Queer Eye guys (Thom). :rolleyes:
So you think you'll be able to just slip in without me noticing?
Beware, I'll slam down shut so fast&hard your breath will be ripped out of you.. :devil:
 
  • #74
arildno said:
So you think you'll be able to just slip in without me noticing?
Beware, I'll slam down shut so fast&hard your breath will be ripped out of you.. :devil:
Wow, this is a new feeling: scared yet strangely intrigued. :confused: I'm not sure I'm accounting for all of the parts correctly. :smile: Nevermind, I'll just leave you in peace... I didn't think this would be so much work.
 
  • #75
honestrosewater said:
Nevermind, I'll just leave you in peace... I didn't think this would be so much work.
That is for the best, IMO! :biggrin:
 

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