How To Play Matchmaker

What is it about spring weather that makes people in relationships want to help everyone they know that’s single find love? If you are constantly trying to play matchmaker to your friends, but they are unwilling to jump on board, you could be going about it all wrong.

If you really think you know two people who might hit it off, here’s how to set them up without setting off their tempers:

Don’t ambush them: Inviting your single girlfriend out for a fun night of drinks and girl talk only to … oops! … run into that cute single guy your boyfriend roomed with in college is not cool. It puts everyone on the spot and the pressure will make for an awkward night.

Be honest: No one is perfect so don’t build someone up to an unattainable standard. That person will inevitably fall short and you may have ruined something before it even had a chance to bloom.

Show them pictures of each other before setting them up: An important part of any relationship is attraction!

Introduce them and then back off: They don’t need a babysitter or a chaperon just because you introduced them. You are not entitled to more details because you made a successful match.