Ok I’ve been this 18yo woman.
Let me break it down for you.
You’re 18 and you cry when someone says something mean about you in the school play.
But he’s an adult, so he tells you to toughen up and quit being emotional.
So you don’t feel safe processing your feelings like a normal teenager.
You’re 18, and you want to hang out in the park with the other teenagers and gossip.
But he’s an adult, so he tells you to grow up and stop being so immature.
So you stop seeing your friends, and your socialisation with your peers becomes harder.
You’re 18, and you’ve never had a big argument with a partner before, so you’re really confused and upset.
But he’s an adult, so he tells you you’re childish, crazy, and he’s disappointed.
So you feel ashamed of acting your age and wonder if there is something wrong with you.
You’re 18, and you’re really worried about your exam results coming out next week.
But he’s an adult, so he tells you that you should look into retaking classes if you are serious, or stop being so dramatic.
So you suffer in silence and learn your partner won’t understand if you need comfort.
Can age gaps work? Yes.
But honey, if you’re a teen and reading this: date another teen.
Old feminist women with a high body count will see this and get triggered.