[Mary]

Undoubtedly we hear these lines on a daily basis. Whether you use it to find out more about the love-life of your friends or these are addressed to you...Torturing your single friends with delicate questions can trigger conflicts, therefore never say all the following things to your single friends, if you don't want to hurt his/her feelings.



"Your Love Will Appear When Least Expected"

This type of consolation or encouragement can backfire. In spite of the good intentions, single people don't actually wait for an explanation from their friends. Instead keep your wise thoughts for yourself and make sure you never bring up this subject again.

"Are you dating someone? Why Not?"

This is indeed one of the most annoying conversation starters. Singles will definitely find it silly and irritating.

The asker seems to neglect the right of these persons to a private life. If you're the independent person make sure you find a funny answer for this meaningless question.

[Mary]

"Join Various Hobby Groups"

People often think that singles have less hobbies that's why they don't have the chance to meet more people.

In fact this is one of the most annoying misconceptions. Singles want to have fun with their friends without having to join groups of strangers.

"It's Better to Be Single Than in A Bad Relationship"

This type of compassion can ruin precious friendships. Those who wish to console their single friends will have to find less annoying things to give as an useful advice. There's no need to compare blissful independence with their complicated life as a couple to encourage their friends.

"I'm So Happy I'm Over The Dating Period"

People living in a happy relationship or marriage won't be aware of the weight of a similar confession. Saying that you're happy that the dating period is over makes the impression that flirting and dating new people is a torture and it is also pathetic.

"You Need to Flirt More"

Flirt more? Friends often serve singles with similar dating tricks. However, it seems that there's no reason why to pass over their knowledge and dating experience. It is the single person's task to experiment with a few seductive methods rather than copycatting those of her friends.

[Butterfly]

these are really horrible things to say... i have a friend who is close to her forties and still not married (and she doesn't want to, she's a successful business lady). she gets really irritated when someone tells her it's time she married and had a baby... why do people love to be nosy that much?