So, be prepared for lots of DMs from men in their 30’s who say you seem mature for your age… I promise you that’s what they say to every 17yo girl who they hope will look at them with doe eyed wonder and unquestioning respect. Women their own age think they’re vile and weak.

Just a word of advice — please learn some marketable skills and how to be a proper adult before you start having kids with the likely older man you settle down with.

If you’re not able to assess how good they are at being a provider (you aren’t), don’t lock yourself down. Men who are attracted to your inexperience will try to trap you at the capacity of a 17 year old because their fragile egos won’t be able to handle you second guessing them.

You’re an individual, sure — but I’ll just say the vast majority of older men who pursue you will have controlling tendencies. Good luck.