Your Second Act: Why Love After 50 Feels Like a Blockbuster Hit

Everyone has their favorite rom-com or drama about a couple of unlucky-in-love singles finding happiness with one another. In Act 1, you get a glimpse into the life of the hero. Maybe they have a full life and a rewarding career, but when they go home at night, they’re the portrait of loneliness. A friend may try to set them up on a comically bad blind date, but then, when they’re just about ready to give up on romance, they meet someone who sparks their interest, and we are off to Act 2.

It doesn’t always happen this way in real life. Sometimes, you have to look a little harder than that to find someone worthwhile, but when you do, the rewards are incomparable. Second chances at love are all too common on SilverSingles. We see it happen every day!

Life After 50 Offers the Perfect Setting for Love

SilverSingles is a senior online dating site and app that helps over fifty singles start their Act 2. Our members are a mix of mature adults who know that they’re ready for love and some tentative singles who may just be testing the waters. Our experience has not only shown us that it’s never too late to find love but that it happens every day for people in their 50s, 60s, 70s, and beyond.

Act 2 is Where the Magic Happens

No one knows your Act 1 better than you do. Whether you’ve had fulfilling relationships in your life or they’ve always eluded you for one reason or another, you’re ready to meet someone now. It’s important to remember that not everyone has the same goals. You may be looking for a significant other to complete your life, but you also may be interested in just seeing what’s out there. Either way, signing up for SilverSingles can be the opening of your Second Act.

Plot Twist: You’re Ready for True Love

Are you wondering if you have a little rom-com in the near future? If that’s where your heart and mind are, you probably do. Finding love starts with the intent to find love. On the other hand, you might get a surprise, even if you aren’t looking.

Parallels to Beloved Dating Movie Plots

Art really does imitate life, which leads one to wonder what inspired the writers behind these cinematic gems.

• The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2011) – Dame Judi Dench and others resettle in an Indian retirement home, only to find that their collective spirit of romance has been reignited.
• Somethings Gotta Give (2003) – Harry Sanborn (Jack Nicholson) is an aging playboy whose head is finally turned by a successful playwright, Erica Barry (Diane Keaton), who promises to be a more fulfilling partner.
• It’s Complicated (2009) – Jane Adler (Meryl Streep) and her ex-husband Jake (Alec Baldwin) rekindle their relationship years after their divorce, navigating the complexities of love in their 50s.

Those are a few of our favorites. You probably have some of your own.

Advantages of Dating When You’re Older

When you were younger, you probably didn’t think about all of the benefits of dating after your fiftieth birthday, but they are numerous:

• People in their 50s tend to know what they want. Not only are you more clear about your goals and desires, but so are most of the people in your dating pool.
• Many parents in their 50s are empty-nesters. Their kids are either in college or they are already out on their own. That gives them greater freedom to date.
• A lifetime of experience has taught more mature adults to seek a deeper connection. Many of them recognize that superficial, skin-deep qualities are counter to finding happiness.
• Many older adults are more financially secure and are at advantageous points in their careers. Or they are ready for retirement, which will allow them more time and freedom for love and adventure.

Casting Your Leading Partner

If you’re excited about your second act, the question is, who are you casting in the leading role? Like any great director, you probably already have an idea of what you want for a leading partner in your life. But if you don’t already have someone in mind, these dating tips will help you narrow down your options for what you’re looking for.

• Must Haves – What are the qualities that you absolutely need? Common must-haves include things like financial stability, religious compatibility, similar educational background, family-oriented, etc.
• Dealbreakers – Think about any qualities you can’t live with. They’re going to differ for everyone, but some of the ones we see include smoking, excessive drinking, and being legally separated (but still married).
• Want List – It’s time to perfect your vision of a leading partner. What are the things that would make you extra happy? Would you like someone who will take vacations with you? Is your new partner into pickleball? You can alter this list anytime you want, of course. If you meet the person of your dreams, you may not want to send them away because they’re allergic to shellfish.

SilverSingles as Your Ideal Dating App

At SilverSingles, our dating algorithm matches people based on mutual compatibility. When you sign up for SilverSingles, you will complete a compatibility quiz, which takes about 15 to 25 minutes. This will help our algorithm get a better idea of who you are and what you’re looking for. It will then search our member base for profiles that match with yours. You will receive a concise list of members who match your criteria — like actors getting a call back because they’re all correct for the role. As you match the ones you like, our system will take note of your interests.

Happy Ending in Real Life

The great thing about romance movies is that they almost invariably have happy endings — even if it’s a bit of a rollercoaster getting to it. With SilverSingles, you can find love in the second half of life.

Creating Your Own Love Story

By finding a person who complements your life, you increase the likelihood of your own happy ending. These couples found their leading partners on SilverSingles. You can, too!

• Marnie & John – Sunday and Michael started talking on SilverSingles and met for a trip to the coast. They felt the chemistry and have been dating ever since.
• Sheila & Tom – Sheila and Tom connected on SilverSingles and met for their first date at a waterfront restaurant. They found that they shared the same sense of humor and values.
• Sunday & Michael – Marnie and John connected SilverSingles, and after their first date at a coffee house, they clicked and strengthened their relationship. Now they are happily dating!
• Gloria & Frank – Two years ago, Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Frank Powers, both nationally recognized relationship therapists, met on SilverSingles in Frank’s hometown of Scottsdale, Arizona.

Find Your Happily Ever After with SilverSingles

Dating later in life is easy with SilverSingles. Sign up today and start casting the leading partner of your Act 2!