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Answering the age-old question: Does height matter?
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As you’re swiping through dating apps or scrolling through social media, you might notice a lot of women with profiles that have a height requirement: “6’0 or over preferred,” “No guys under 5’11.” While guys of any height can be attractive, it certainly feels like most women only want tall men—why is that? These reasons certainly don’t apply to all women, but there are some explanations as to why women tend to go for taller partners. Keep reading to learn why this stereotype happens so often.
Things You Should Know
- Some women prefer tall guys because the height difference makes them feel protected and safe.
- Women often prefer tall guys because they’re portrayed as masculine in the media.
- Tall women will often go after tall guys because they feel comfortable when their partner is similar to them.
- A lot of tall guys prefer short girls, so they tend to seek each other out.
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QuestionAre short people unhealthy and doomed for life?Iris8989Community AnswerNo, not at all! In fact, some studies say short people live, on average, longer than tall people. Being short doesn't affect your life at all, and you don't have to listen to the stereotypes.
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QuestionIs it okay to be a tall woman (5'7) and date a short man (5'3)?Community AnswerOf course. Go ahead if you like him. The more you like him, the less his height will matter.
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References
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulfillment-at-any-age/201306/why-so-many-women-prefer-tall-men
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/after-service/201909/5-reasons-why-women-and-men-care-about-height
- ↑ https://news.unt.edu/news-releases/height-important-matters-heart-new-study-says-yes
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/after-service/201909/5-reasons-why-women-and-men-care-about-height
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulfillment-at-any-age/201306/why-so-many-women-prefer-tall-men
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulfillment-at-any-age/201306/why-so-many-women-prefer-tall-men
- ↑ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4381313/
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/after-service/201909/5-reasons-why-women-and-men-care-about-height
- ↑ https://news.unt.edu/news-releases/height-important-matters-heart-new-study-says-yes
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