Yes, most women do date men that are older, not younger. They don’t even like to date men a few years younger. It’s not a delusion, just look at yourself in the mirror. You were a rose, but now you’re wilting. Down to the last petal…
Apples to apples, OP is right. A 35-40 year old woman cannot compete with a 23 yr who is in her prime looks-wise. The proof is in the pudding…just look at their photos from the beginning in IG to now. They know it. They see it, and they feel it. Let alone half of them don’t even workout so you’re dealing with pudgies.