Okay, we get it. Love is wild. Feelings are messy. Sometimes your heart goes, “Hey, what if we date THAT person?” But let’s pump the brakes a bit. Not everyone in your life is date material—no matter how cute or convenient they might seem. Here are five people it’s probably best to leave in the friend/family/just-don’t-go-there zone.

1. Your Roommate

Unless you’re ready to move out mid-breakup, this one’s risky. You don’t want “who took the last oat milk” to turn into “who broke whose heart.” Keep your living situation chill and drama-free.

2. Your Therapist

They’re literally trained to be nice and listen to you. That’s their job. This is not a rom-com. Do not ask them to grab a drink. Just… don’t.

3. Your Best Friend’s Ex

Ah yes, the ultimate betrayal. Even if they’re single, even if “it ended years ago,” your friend might not be over it. Why nuke your friendship for someone who’s already been through your social circle?

4. Your Barista

They smile because they’re paid to. The latte art is not flirting. Unless you’re 100% sure the vibe is mutual (and maybe even then), don’t turn your morning coffee run into an awkward daily encounter.

5. Your Boss

Power dynamics are real, and this is a recipe for career regret. Office romances are already tricky, but throwing your direct supervisor into the mix? That’s just playing Jenga with your job.

So Where Do You Meet Someone?

Glad you asked. That’s where OBC Dating comes in. Real people. Real conversations. No weird power dynamics, no risking your lease, and definitely no awkward “we’re basically family” situations.

Download OBC Date today and meet someone who’s actually dateable.

Because you deserve a love story that doesn’t start with “So I ruined everything…”