The holidays are over now and it's time to start a fresh new year. You walk into a Target or a CVS to pick up a book or some makeup and you're blindsided by an extraneous amount of red and pink, suddenly bringing to your attention that love season is approaching and the closest thing you have to a relationship is your pet cat (if you're lucky). Your mind is suddenly flooded with painful memories of past love mishaps and you go into a mini panic mode questioning how you're going to spend this unavoidable holiday. I'm here to tell you it's going to be OK. Whether it's another bae-less year or you just got out of a relationship, there is no reason why you should be alone and sulk on this dreadfully anticipated day. Here are few things us single ladies can do on Valentine's Day:
1. Go to the movies
One of the best ways to get your mind off unwanted thoughts is some good 'ol entertainment on the silver screen. Invite your main girlfriends, grab your favorite snacks at the concession stand, and watch a film that'll make you laugh. There's even a new comedy ready to hit theaters in honor of Valentine's Day titled "How To Be Single" starring Dakota Johnson, Alison Brie, and Leslie Mann.
2. Treat yourself
There's nothing better than having an easy excuse to pamper yourself. Whether you want to get a massage, spend the day in a spa, or just relax in bed and read your favorite book, indulging in your guilty pleasures will easily take your mind off the V-Day love bug.
3. Weekend getaway with friends
If you really want to get away from all of the Valentine's Day buzz, grab your mutually single friends and plan a fun weekend trip. You can rent a hotel on the beach nearby, get in touch with nature and go camping, or visit your favorite amusement park. A weekend away with your closest friends always results in fun memories and it will probably be the most memorable (and happiest) Valentine's Day.
4. Spread the love
Instead of focusing on the fact that you're currently not in a relationship, this is the perfect time to show the ones you care about how much they mean to you. Maybe your best friend just got dumped and you feel the need to console her on this love-filled day, or you can spend the day hanging out with your close friends and family showing them how much you appreciate their presence and support.
5. Pizza and wine night
Don't feel like going out and spending a ton of money? No problem. Inviting your friends over for a little pizza and wine pow-wow can transform into a pretty good time. In between all of the gossip, excessive intake of crabs, and romantic comedies, it'll surely be remembered as "one of those nights".
6. Do something adventurous
Take this day to do something you've always wanted to, but may have never been able to do so. You can do something that gets your adrenaline pumping such as skydiving or bungee jumping. If you're feeling a little less drastic, you can spend the day driving down the scenic route to a remote destination you've always wanted to visit but have never had the time.
7. "Secret Cupid"
If you're bitter about never receiving any cute gifts on Valentine's Day, you can organize a "secret cupid" with your friends. Similar to "secret Santa", everyone gets anonymously assigned to someone in which they have to exchange gifts. It's a clever way to still get cheesy gifts and also be able to hang out with your friends.
8. Appreciate the single life
Don't feel like bumming it out at home? Pick out a cute outfit from your favorite boutique and get all dolled up for a night out with your mains. Go out to the city for music and dancing. After all, you're beautiful, single, and independent. Plus, a little party never killed anybody.
9. Go to a comedy show
If you find yourself feeling solemn and unable to get your mind off of the Valentine's Day blues, there's nothing a comedy show can't fix. Search for any comedians in town, and enjoy a night of endless laughs. Laughing is the best cure to sadness.
10. Anti-Valentine's Day party
If you're still feeling bitter over past Valentine's Day mishaps, or just simply the fact that you're single, you can always gather your equally bitter friends and throw an Anti-Valentine's Day party (yes, these do exist). Get ready to bake broken-heart-shaped cookies, punch cupid piñatas, and talk badly about your past lovers. It's the ultimate pity party in which you can hysterically laugh at whenever you think back on how this ridiculous event actually occurred.
