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Be Your Own Date This Valentine's Day

PSA: You don't need a lover to have a great, satisfying Valentine's Day.

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We spend so much time caught up with the idea that we need a significant other to spend Valentine's Day with, or else it is a sad and depressing holiday. All the stores make us feel like we need to have someone to buy chocolates and teddy bears for. PSA: you don't need a lover to have a great, satisfying Valentine's Day. There are many other ways to spend the day, and appreciating yourself is definitely a great thing to do! Here's a list of things you can do to appreciate yourself and show yourself some love.

1. Take yourself to a coffee shop

It's really relaxing to go sit in a coffee shop and get work done. This may be a great time to catch up on your favorite book or evaluate your goals.

2. Treat yourself to a spa day!

A massage or facial will definitely help you feel better! Even if you can't make it to a spa, make your own by having a nice bath and peel-off facial.

3. Go for a walk

Exercising is a great way to spend time with yourself, and being outside is nice, as well. Taking some time to yourself to appreciate nature is a great way to spend your day.

4. Explore a museum

Museums are a great way to learn new things and be alone.

5. Learn to cook some new foods!

It's always good to try new things, and you never know what you'll end up liking!

6. Get a head start on spring cleaning

Cleaning out your closet and getting rid of clutter can be very liberating! Having a clean environment can also help you feel better and more motivated.

7. YouTube tutorials

Ever wanted to try something new but were hesitant or unsure? Well now's the perfect time to explore your interests and try something new! You never know what you could learn.

8. End the day by binge watching your favorite show

It's a great feeling when you can watch TV for hours without feeling guilty, and there's no better way to end the day!

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