Valentine's Day is coming up and with it comes a lot of lonely people. I believe there is a reason for everything, and no matter what kind of loneliness you're feeling, it's purposeful. On this day, surround yourself with others who care for you. Give to others you care about and see the happiness that brings you. There is no greater form of happiness than the one you have when you feed into other's lives.

To the lonely person on Valentine’s day,

Loneliness has a way of eating you alive like a box of chocolates

It appears like a dark cloud, hanging over you

It stays and continues to brew inside of you

Valentine’s day is when It boils over

Loneliness is a temporary home

You won’t always reside underneath this dark cloud

There are times that the vacancy in your heart will spread

Know that loneliness doesn’t define you

Know matter how long you’ve felt this cloud

You will never be defined by it

Whether talking about a relationship status, or the feeling of not being heard

Everyone will eventually feel this cloud

There is someone who cares

Whether it’s a parent, friend, or trusted adult

There is someone who cares for you and is worried about you

Seeking the approval of others will only draw you deeper

Find your strengths

Find your weaknesses

Find yourself

The loneliness that plagued you will one day fade away

No matter what people have said about you or what you are feeling now

You are worth it

I always remember going through middle school and part of high school and not spending Valentine's with anyone. I'm not just talking about when in a relationship, but whenever the day comes around, I could feel a sense of loneliness. Don't we all? I personally believe a day dedicated to "love" is just not how it should be. We should be loving people and our significant others every day, just the same.

Always remember, everything is purposeful. I hope that this poem helped you realize how much you can do, and will do when loneliness sets in. You are stronger than you think. Keep going. Find your happiness in you, not in what others say about you.