Is it OK to date someone 8 years younger?

The 8-year rule states that you shouldnt date anyone outside of an 8-year age range. I am aware there are possibilities where two people can successfully date with an age gap of more than eight years. Ive dated (or tried to date) women who are older, younger and, if youll believe it, exactly the same age as I am.

Is 8 years age gap too much?

Gaps more than 8 to 10 years show higher disillusionment, quarrels and disturbed interpersonal relationships, leading to separation and divorce Bigger age gaps might have worked well for some, but cannot generalise. Society frowns on more than 10-year gaps in relationships.

Is it illegal to date a boy younger than you?

If someone older than the age of consent has sex with someone younger than the age of consent, its legally considered rape. If its illegal, you may feel like you need to keep your relationship with this person a secret.