Boyfriend bonfires (ala Monica, Pheobe, and Rachel) and extensive consumption of Dove's heart-shaped dark chocolate are the yearly Valentine's Day prescriptions for single ladies and even men. But- what about the non-bitter singles that actually don't mind being single on Valentine's Day? I feel like since this is a celebration, why not it be a celebration for us too? In other words, don't sit at home and eat a whole tub of ice cream.
There are so many ways to get out there and have a good time than laying around and moping on your couch, so even if the romance department didn't work out this year, that doesn't mean you can't go out and enjoy yourself. Here are five ideas that do not glorify romance, but as a day to celebrate love in general. Having a day in which you can reconnect with yourself is much better than the pressure that comes with actual Valentine's Day.
1. Indulge Yourself
Since February 14th is meant for love, then love yourself. Spend your day loving yourself, makes sense right? Play hooky from work, classes, any responsibilities, and do whatever you want. Pamper yourself- get your nails done, go to the sauna, get a massage, binge-watch a full season on Netflix. After all, you're the one that needs to be pleased.
2. Fall in love with something new
Have you been wanting to try yoga? Spinning? Kick boxing? Turbokick? Have you been wanting to learn how to cook? Dance? Challenge yourself to do something that you haven't done before, it will make you much happier.
3. Send love to someone else
Kindness spreads. If you aren't getting loved by someone, spread some love to someone else. Send someone a Valentine's day card- think outside of the box. Coworker, person who sits behind you in class, your favorite barista at Starbucks, whoever it may be.
4. Secret Santa... Secret Valentine?
Obviously we've all heard about Secret Santa, but why not Secret Valentine? Apply the concept of Secret Santa to Secret Valentine with your friends. Get everyone to put their names in a hat, draw names, and get the person who you have a gift and then on V-Day exchange them! Get dressed up, hit the town, and sing some karaoke. May I suggest, Sir-Mix-A-Lot's Baby Got Back.
5. Throw a party
Unleash your inner Bey and throw a Flawless V-Day Party with all your single friends and celebrate being H O T.
If you don't believe that this may be your time yet, or whether you believe that it will never happen, I assure you, everyone, including YOU, can fall in love; not to mention, it usually happens when you least expect it. Take this time to write down some love goals, whether you think you wanna be single for the next 10 days, or 10 years- figure it out. Things will always work out in the end.
