There can be a lot of pressure to be boo'd up on Valentine's Day. I have always found myself making the day about romance and either putting extreme pressure on myself to make it good for my boyfriend or the relationship I was in or putting myself down if I didn't have a relationship. The day usually involved pressure and tension, mostly internal. If you have ever felt this way too, here are some ways to enjoy Valentine's Day when you're single.

One way to enjoy yourself on Valentine's Day is to buy yourself something (or things) that you enjoy. Whether it be donuts, clothes, or milkshakes, just make a point to do something for yourself. Sometimes we can become disappointed when we see posts of people receiving gifts from their significant others, but the truth is that for one those are just material things, and for two, those are things that we can buy for ourselves! Go out and get yourself something nice and enjoy it.

Another way to enjoy Valentine's Day is to spend time with people who mean a lot to you. Spend time with people who support you and make you happy. Valentine's Day can be a difficult time for many people and sometimes we can feel lonely or hurt and not realize that a lot of people around us may be feeling the same way. Go out and do something fun with your friends or stay in and have a girl/guys night. Things like that are some of the best memories that I have.

Lastly, remember that Valentine's Day is about fun, whatever it looks like. Don't feel pressured to look like everyone else or conform to the pressure that the world can put on people to make Valentines' Day about relationships or dates. Valentine's Day can be about whatever you enjoy and whatever that looks like. It can be about friendship, fun, rest, whatever you enjoy and whatever makes you feel loved whether by your friends or family. Enjoy the day, enjoy yourself, and have a great Valentine's Day!