Another year has come and gone. It's Valentine's Day and I'm still single. It's been four years since I've had a date for Valentine's Day. If I'm being honest, I couldn't be happier about it. Four years ago, I was a sophomore in high school and I was in an unhappy and unhealthy relationship. I felt as though I was constantly walking on eggshells for someone who quite frankly couldn't care less about me. I was constantly ridiculed by someone who was supposed to love and support me. I thought I was happy because I wasn't alone.
It has been about four years since I decided to end that relationship and I haven't been happier. I've grown so much since then and I'm in a much better place. I've learned that I do not need a significant other to be loved and celebrate Valentine's Day. This year, I celebrated "Galentine's" for the first time with my sorority sisters. I surrounded myself with strong women who love and support me as much as I love them. There is absolutely no reason to be bitter and lonely on Valentine's Day. There is so much love in the world. Just because you are single does not mean you are not loved. If you are feeling lonely, spend some time with a friend, call your family and tell them you love them or spend a night in and pamper yourself and go to Walgreen's bright and early on February 15th and get some half-priced candy.
If I'm being honest, it's kinda awesome being single on Valentine's Day. There's no pressure or stress to buy elaborate gifts or profess your love to your significant other. Use this holiday to treat yourself. Show yourself the love you deserve and don't rely on another person to give that to you. Put on some comfy jammies, order a heart-shaped pizza, and watch some Netflix. Just remember "Valentine's Day is for couples. Us singles have the other 364 days of the year to enjoy ourselves!".