Ever had that one family member who just can’t accept that you’re happy being single? Meet our protagonist, a 26-year-old woman who’s been enjoying the single life for years. But there’s a catch: her brother-in-law (BIL) is obsessed with setting her up on dates, believing that marriage is the ultimate goal in life. ♀️ Despite her protests, he’s introduced her to multiple people, and she’s even entertained a few of them. But this time, our matchmaker BIL takes things to a whole new level…
Single Life: Love It or Leave It?

The Matchmaker BIL Strikes Again!

The Decent Ones ♀️

The ‘Right One’ Myth

Surprise! You’re on a Date!

Family Dinner or Sneaky Set-Up? ️ ️♂️

Getting Too Personal…

ALSO!?

Bizarre BIL Busted!

Confrontation Time! ⚔️

The Aftermath: Friend vs. BIL

Blind Date Betrayal: When Family Dinners Go Wrong
Imagine being invited to a family dinner, only to find out it’s actually a blind date in disguise! That’s exactly what happened to our heroine when her BIL introduced her to a ‘cool guy’ at a family gathering. As the night went on, she realized that their conversations were getting a bit too personal, and the truth came out: her BIL had tricked her into forming a friendship that would eventually turn into a romantic relationship. After calling out her BIL’s bizarre behavior, tensions rose, and now her BIL is demanding an apology for insulting his ‘good intentions.’ But was our protagonist really in the wrong? Let’s dive into the internet’s top responses to this sticky situation… ️♀️
You don’t owe anyone a date. NTA

Set boundaries with brother-in-law. NTA

Honesty is the best policy, BIL. You’re the a**hole here.

Not the a**hole! Why is BIL so obsessed with you?

No means no. BIL’s refusal to stop blind dates is unacceptable

No more ambush matchmaking! NTA for standing up for yourself.

BIL’s blind date backfires and he blames OP. NTA

Being single doesn’t mean you’re unhappy . BIL overstepped and earned his embarrassment.

Stand up for yourself and live your life on your terms!

BIL misleads friend about relationship, NTA but friend is mad ♂️

Set boundaries and demand respect. Zero tolerance for meddling family. NTA.

Plan out embarrassing comments for BIL to stop his behavior.

Setting boundaries with a toxic BIL

No dating, just kicking in the crotch!

Avoid obnoxious BIL who betrayed you, you’re NTA

BIL’s disregard for consent raises concern for sister. NTA.

BIL should apologize and mind his own business

Respectful comment calls out BIL’s betrayal and emphasizes boundaries.

Take a stand! You deserve respect and boundaries.

Stand your ground and let your sister handle her husband

BIL needs to end his weird obsession with your love life

BIL obsessed with sister-in-law’s love life? NTA for setting boundaries.

Sibling’s spouse obsessed with my love life, NTA suggests undermining relationship

Brother thinks he knows best? Not the a**hole, OP wins
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Setting boundaries with sister’s husband. NTA

BIL has a crush on OP? NTA for rejecting his plan

BIL’s creepy obsession with OP’s relationship status

Sister needs to step up and handle her husband ♀️

Empowering response to BIL’s betrayal with a witty suggestion

Setting boundaries is important. NTA, BIL is for ignoring them

BIL sets up blind date without permission, plays victim. NTA.

Brother’s blind date betrayal earns him the a**hole title.

BIL’s entitlement and controlling behavior is gross. NTA.

The pressure to date when you’re single: relatable or annoying?

BIL’s betrayal crossed a line, NC may be necessary. NTA ✨

How to gracefully handle a set-up by a pushy relative

Boundaries needed: BIL needs to focus on own relationship

Set boundaries with family and assert your independence.

Sibling’s significant other hounded by BIL into a blind date

Avoiding BIL’s Blind Date Betrayal with a White Lie

BIL’s friend not admirable, why apologize? Ambush fix-up sucks

NTA commenter explains possible sexism behind brother-in-law’s behavior.

BIL’s meddling in OP’s love life earns him NTA judgement.

Setting boundaries with BIL’s matchmaking game.

BIL ignores requests, sets up unwanted date, demands apology. NTA.

Suggests avoiding BIL until he apologizes. Stand your ground!

BIL’s obsession with marriage and control is toxic. NTA.

BIL’s ego and saviour complex causes family feud

BIL’s controlling behavior is creepily intrusive and disrespectful.

BIL’s creepy blind date gets called out. NTA wins.

Block him and call law enforcement if necessary. NTA.

BIL’s blind date betrayal causes family feud. NTA stands ground.

Explaining to family why you’re not looking for a relationship

Breaking gender roles? This commenter says NTA for not being a housewife.

Embarrass him with humor: ‘I’m not interested in dating anyone’

“Obvious NTA” posts ruining the fun in this comment section

BIL’s condescending attitude towards OP’s life choices. NTA.

Stand up for yourself and shame BIL for his interference!

Butt out BIL! NTA has had enough of your meddling.

BIL’s misery loves company, but OP won’t have it. NTA

Friend keeps introducing OP to blind dates despite objections

NTA shuts down BIL’s creepy obsession with a witty response

Authenticity is key, no need for a beard in 2024

NTA, but nuke the friendship from orbit

Respectful NTA shuts down weird and invasive behavior

A disturbing date admission leads to ungenerous intentions

NTA shuts down BIL’s obsession in a hilarious way

BIL meddling in love life? Confront sister, it’s creepy

Standing up to toxic family members

Stand up for yourself! Don’t let your BIL control you. NTA
