We're approaching the most love-filled day of the year. During a time when we're surrounded by hearts, candy, and the ever-daunting idea of love, when you're single, it's incredibly easy to feel alone. While all of your friends are planning dates, pondering gifts, and getting more excited by the second, being the single friend doesn't leave you with much. Do you go out alone? Do you stay in and binge-watch Netflix? Do you dare third-wheel? (Even if your BFF offered, do you really think she wants you to go on her V-Day date?)
Fear not, single ladies. Being alone on Valentine's Day doesn't have to be the end of the world for you. Here's some pretty clever solutions to make the single girl's Valentine's Day as sweet as can be.
1. Plan a Galentine's Day event
If you're single on Valentine's Day, chances are you have family, friends, or sorority sisters who are, as well. Make the day a girls' day for all of you. Go shopping, go out to dinner as a group, plan a spa day, or have a movie night in your PJs. Whatever it may be, hang out with your girls.
2. Make Valentine's Day gifts for your friends
Just because you don't have a boo doesn't mean that you can't spread the love. Take the time to make cards or buy candy for your friends. They'll love that you thought of them, and you'll feel good about doing something nice.
3. Get your hair/nails done
When you look good, you feel good. Treating yourself and getting your hair or nails (or both!) done is a great way to make yourself feel and look your best for Valentine's Day. And it's always a good idea to look good for yourself, and not anybody else.
4. Go shopping
When in doubt, buy an outfit. There's nothing that a little shopping spree can't cure, and that includes sadness over being single on V-Day.
5. Do not (I repeat, DO NOT) text your ex
I know, it's tempting to give in and text him a simple, "Hey!" when you're sad, alone, and convinced you'll be that way forever. But, I promise you that you will not be that way forever, and texting him will only lead to problems in the end. Put the phone down and pick up the wine and chocolate instead, girl.
6. Remember your worth
You slay, queen! Remember that as you're surrounded by hearts and flowers. You rock, and your Prince Charming is out there. Until you find him, though, don't forget how great you are. Love does not define you or measure your worth.
You're amazing, with or without a bae this V-Day.
