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I'm Single This Valentine's Day, But That Won't Stop Me From Celebrating Love

If you don't have a special someone to celebrate Valentine's Day, February 14th can still be a day full of love.

Alexis Hoffman

Feb 12, 2021

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I'm Single This Valentine's Day, But That Won't Stop Me From Celebrating Love

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Like most people who never seem to receive a Valentine, I'm not a fan of the holiday. It's hard to stay in a good mood when all you see is Instagram posts dedicated to your friends' significant others and couples everywhere you go. After many years of spending Valentine's Day solo, I've found activities to keep me busy. Instead of the usual plans, I fill my Valentine's Day with self-love, and I also let my friends know they are loved.

1. Do something that makes you happy.

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Whether it's watching your favorite movie, ordering your favorite takeout, or spending the day at the beach, spending part of the day doing something that makes YOU happy can make the day something fun. I tend to spend February 14th watching my favorite movies and eating my favorite candy. If you want, you can even involve your friends. Whatever you enjoy doing, February 14th is the day to indulge.

2. Have a Galentine's Day!

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With the pandemic, a way to do this is to host a Galentine's party on zoom. If you are safe, you can do it in person, too. Spend the day surrounded by your best friends. I like to bring homemade cheesy valentines for my friends. You can watch a sappy rom-com, play games, or make some treats. This way, you don't feel left out of the day, and you can have a great time with people that you love.

3. Do something for yourself.

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This is slightly different than doing something that makes you happy. We don't always have the time to spend on self-care, so take the time to take care of yourself on Valentine's Day. It can be anything like sleeping in, getting your nails done, doing a face mask, or even getting a massage. Whatever will help you feel relaxed and that makes you feel good. You can even buy yourself some flowers or those corny heart-shaped chocolates. Whatever you want.

However you choose to spend February 14th, it should be a day filled with love. Just because you aren't in a relationship doesn't mean you can't celebrate. Do something that makes you happy, or spend the day with friends, or just show yourself some self-love. After all, it's only a day.

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I'm Single This Valentine's Day, But That Won't Stop Me From Celebrating Love

If you don't have a special someone to celebrate Valentine's Day, February 14th can still be a day full of love.

1. Do something that makes you happy.

2. Have a Galentine's Day!

3. Do something for yourself.

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The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

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Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

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And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

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All you need is love, love is all you need

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