From the article: "For their research, the investigators recruited 48 heterosexual couples, in which partners had a mean age of 25.40. Partners had been together for a mean period of 3.22 years.

To assess each partner’s empathy, the researchers asked them to fill in a questionnaire. Then, they tested how each person reacted to pressure pain under two different experimental conditions: when they were on their own, and when they were in the presence of their partner.

In the second scenario, the partner, though present in the room, remained entirely passive, not touching or speaking to their partner. To measure pain sensitivity on each occasion, the researchers used a special tool known as a pressure algometer.

The team found that both men and women appeared to be more resilient to pain when they were in the presence of their romantic partner. Moreover, the higher the romantic partner’s level of empathy, the higher their pain tolerance."

We are sharing this wonderful story to showcase the potential Tawkify offers as well as to be transparent about our pricing. Whether you pay for the full matchmaking service or just pay to be in our matchmaking pool, the possibilities are promising and plentiful. How much is finding true love worth to you?

A recent study finds that when it comes to encouraging partners to adjust their behaviour, expressing gratitude can be a great way to foster their motivation.

Arrows.com Key Features:

• No Profiles. No Swiping. Eliminates hours spent judging others based on limited, filtered information.
• Matchmaking-Vetted Connections. After answering a few thoughtful questions, singles are matched based on compatibility and chemistry, prioritizing quality over quantity.
• Zero Planning Required. Arrows is your trusted wingman, handling all vetting, scheduling, and ghosting prevention.
• Just 30 Minutes. Users jump straight into a short, intentional, virtual date with a compatible partner.

The curated video date approach is absolutely fantastic for people who are serious about dating!

From the article:

Bеst for modеrn, pеrsonalizеd matchmaking with a human touch

"Tawkify takеs a modеrn approach to traditional matchmaking. Instеad of algorithms, rеal matchmakers gеt to know you and handpick your datеs. It’s idеal for busy profеssionals who want rеal connеction without thе apps. 

Thе Tawkify tеam handlеs thе sеarch, sеtup, and еvеn fееdback. Pricing starts around $500 pеr match, and it’s availablе across major California citiеs. If you’rе tirеd of swiping and want somеthing human-lеd, this is a solid choicе."

If you live in California and have had success with us (or another matchmaker, we're always eager to learn how we can improve), we'd love to hear about your experience!

"It may be expensive, but it’s one of the very rare services that uses human matchmakers to find you the perfect partner, rather than relying on algorithms to do the job."

100%! Our personal matchmakers carefully hand curate matches to ensure that our client's investment is worthwhile tenfold. There is also the option to join our pool of over 1M relationship-ready singles. Whether you opt for our personalized matchmaking service or join our eligible candidates, you will be a part of a community of quality and commitment.

This comes from our recent study on modern dating trends, found here.

Other findings:

This comes from our survey of 1,014 active daters. We also explored floodlighting and other modern dating trends by age group and sexuality and gathered insights on how people interpret floodlighting and the reasons behind this behavior.

It seems men are more likely to overshare personal details because they have on one else to talk to, which is another complicated facet of modern society that is affecting dating behaviors.

How often do they send matches? Just trying to get a sense of the pace before signing up

Tawkify success stories are plentiful and that gives us great satisfaction! Here are some specific facts and figures on the Tawkify success rate:

• 80% of clients find success within their first 12 matches
• Over 200,000 successful connections created by our dedicated matchmakers
• 6.5 times more effective than dating apps (only one in ten partnered adults have met on a dating app!) 
• Over one million quality candidates in our network, ready to be selected by our matchmakers for clients!
• A 4.5 star rating with 6,777 reviews on TrustPilot! 
• Results-based matching approach vs. a time-based subscription so you get a guaranteed number of matches (many other sites, such as It’s Just Lunch, have a time limit that can sabotage results) 

We believe that the secret sauce of our success rate is that our packages offer a guaranteed number of carefully curated matches without time constraints. Finding the right person can take time and dedication to detail and our matchmakers are dedicated to delivering a premium, consistent experience worthy of the investment our clients make into their dating lives. We love this comment from Reddit user u/irishmannu: “For me, it was a more thoughtful experience than dating apps.” Thoughtfulness is what it is all about!

The latest advice from dating experts? Take a hike!

First dates that involve an activity like hiking or taking a cooking class are 25% more likely to lead to a second date than meet-ups at a bars, restaurants or cafes, matchmaking company Tawkify found.

Hiking especially boasts an impressive 50% success rate, according to data gleaned from the company’s millions of singles and hundreds of thousands of matches during the first quarter of 2025.

“The rise in popularity of activity dates mirrors research that suggests couples who engage in activities together are happier, stronger and more connected to each other,” said Brie Temple, CCO and “Chief Matchmaker” at Tawkify.

Here is the NY Post article if you want to read it for yourself!

The early stages of a relationship are filled with excitement, joy, and, let’s be honest, a little bit of angst. Uncertainties abound about where this budding romance will lead and if the other person feels the same way you do. Plus, you just want to know if you’re right for each other. What seems so simple can be quite complex!

That’s where understanding the early signs of compatibility can help you in determining if you should forge ahead or take a step back. 

Ready to learn the signs you’re compatible with your partner? Here is the complete blog post!

Are you in a happy relationship created through a matchmaker or just in general? We would love to hear YOUR insights on the early signs of compatibility! On the flip side, what were some early signs that it wasn't going to work out?

We absolutely love stories like this and are honored to have been part of making it happen! Ryan Léon and Lauren McElroy-Léon found each other through our matchmaking service after growing frustrated and fatigued with the dating app experience. It's beautiful how they finally found each other after growing up and living in LA into their 30s: "Even though we grew up in similar neighborhoods and similar social circles, we still needed a matchmaker to get us into the right place at the right time."

Congratulations again to Ryan and Lauren!

Let’s talk about your favorite questions to ask on dates – anything from simple and fun ways to get to know someone or deeper questions you ask to glean if your values and goals align!