Blind dates are not for the desperate. The reality is that blind dates can be really good ways to meet someone who is compatible with you. I’ve studied married couples and their relationship patterns for many years. You might be surprised to learn that when married people are asked how they met, the most common answer is, “We were fixed up.”

Blind dates aren’t always successful. They also can be extremely nerve-wracking because you’re both walking into a meeting, well, blind. Here are 6 simple tips for making blind dates easier.

6 Simple Tips for Successful Blind Dates