Dateable: Your insider's look into modern dating and relationships Quickie w/ Julie: What I Learned From Getting Married After 40
Nov 20, 2025
Julie shares insights from her journey of marrying in her 40s, emphasizing the freedom found in releasing strict timelines. She reflects on how embracing personal growth and the value of friendships helped her develop as a partner. Julie encourages trusting your unique timing in love, noting that delaying marriage can enhance the experience, making it less about pressure and more about celebration. Her thoughts on owning your dating journey underscore the importance of accountability and surrounding yourself with supportive peers.
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Late Marriage Timeline
- Julie reflects on getting married in her 40s and how the process felt unexpectedly different than she imagined.
- She dated about three and a half years, then had an eight month engagement which felt quicker after that long courtship.
Let Go Of Timelines
- Letting go of rigid timelines reduced pressure and allowed the relationship to breathe and deepen.
- Julie credits extra time for better knowing families and building real milestones without rushing.
Single Time Builds Partnership Readiness
- Being single longer helped Julie develop emotional maturity, accountability, and a stronger sense of self.
- That solo growth made her a better partner when the right relationship arrived.
