Beloved comedian Miranda Hart , 51, has revealed she recently got married. The British actress received a flurry of congratulatory messages on social media this week following her appearance on The One Show, where she revealed the news. She met her partner aged 49, and her story shows that experience can often give you a better understanding of your needs and wants in a relationship.
However, dating over 50 and the pressure of finding ‘the one’ can be extremely daunting, so we have reached out to some experts for advice. Here are their tips on how to navigate the dating scene and find love later in life. Find someone with the same core values Seeking a partner with similar core values will help you find a more compatible match.
“It is advantageous to have things in common when dating over 50,” says Tina Wilson, relationship expert and founder of the Wingman dating app. “But a caring and attentive partner who shares the same core values as you will override any hobby you may have in common.” Think about what you are looking for “Before you start dating, think about why you are doing it and what you are looking for,” says Amanda Gardiner , qualified divorce coach and founder of online community The Divorce Hive .
“Do you want some short-term fun with an exciting partner, or are you looking for long-term stability with somebody who shares your values and vision? “Be honest with yourself and then go and find what suits you now. You can always change your mind .
