Ah yes, the dreaded day full of love and same sided couples making out in the middle of the restaurant is here at last. The excitement of sneering eyes and a crocked smile as two hands intertwine while you scurry by is exhilarating . You and Valentine's Day have a whole lot of unwanted history. Whether it be from an ex boyfriend who ruined it for you, a recent breakup or you just can't stand the thought of the celebration of love when you don't have anyone to give love to. Pause for a moment-- you don't need a guy to love to rise above. Here are some tips to survive the copious amounts of giant teddy bears and bouquets that lay ahead.

The power of girl gangs.

Girl gangs are way better to share your love with. Who's there for you when you get your heartbroken? Your girls. Quit moping around and go hang out with your crew–they're always there for you and Valentine's Day is no exception.

So, maybe you want to whack that piñata heart with everything you've got.

"She's normally not like this! I swear its just this day!

Trust me, girl, me too. We've all been there. The cute couples found holding hands all cuddly, kissing in the snow is repulsive to you. If you see one more same sided table couple you might scream. Honestly, whatever–if a guy can't see how great you are, then that's his problem. You're better then those kids making out in the middle of the restaurant anyways. Catch me actually having a real conversation. I'd rather wait for the guy trying to get in my brain than my pants. Sorry, not sorry.

And you're feeling a little down on yourself.

"Nothing is more dangerous than a girl that has learned her worth" -Mel Juhr.

YOU ARE A ROCKSTAR. Look at you, you are strong, intelligent and beautiful inside and out. You don't need a guy telling you how incredible you are. Nothing is more powerful than a girl who is confident in herself. I believe in you, and I believe you are stunning–now go work the sidewalk like it's your runway.

But I just want to put on a dress and be told I'm pretty 😫

Who needs a boyfriend when I have a super cute dress to twirl around this random field in? Who's the real winner here?

You do NOT need a boy to put on a dress. Call your girl gang together, put on your pretty dress and have a photo shoot. Nothing is better than a scroll stopping power post to boost your confidence on this period of fake love.

Galentines > Valentines.

"True friends are like diamonds–bright, beautiful, valuable and always in style." – Nicole Richie

Get some wine, indulge in some death by chocolate cake and take your girlfriends out on a date! Cheers to having great friends because you certainly don't need a silly boy to make you happy on this day of being mushy gushy–ew, no thanks.

You want the guy whose going to be into you wholeheartedly.

"If you aren't happy single, you won't be happy taken. Happiness comes from within, not from men"

Maybe you haven't found him yet-- and that's okay. The time will come when a man will enter your life and swipe you off your feet in the most unexpected way. He will love every square inch of you because you are truly one of a kind. He's out there, just he hasn't realized you exist yet. If he's too shy or not ready, or maybe he's hiding off somewhere in Alabama or wherever, he'll come around. Until then, focus on being the best version of you. Enjoy your freedom and live while you're young. Keep your friends close and smile through every second because this life is short. Its not worth it to be sad over a day that is filled with mostly fake love anyways. Maybe I'm selfish, but I'm not done figuring out who I am, and I will not let a dumb boy stop me. You want someone to love every piece of you-- but first you need to fall in love with yourself.