In case you haven’t picked up on the “subtle” hints all around; here’s the message loud and clear: It’s almost Valentine’s Day. And … you’re single! And no, this is not going to be a rant against chocolates and flowers, both of which we’re quite fond of, you?
Even if you don’t take the “heart-shaped-Chocolates and Rose Day” too seriously; c’mon, be your own valentine. Are you rolling your eyes right now? We know, we know, this isn’t really an original thought, but bear with us.
There’s a presumption that if you’re single, your life is empty. So, 14 February, “Singles Awareness Day” or “National lonely hearts Day” then, right? Actually, quite the opposite. According to Eric Klinenberg, author of Going Solo, The Extraordinary Rise and Surprising Appeal of Living Alone, people are choosing to live alone, and despite the best efforts of every romantic comedy ever made to convince us otherwise, many consider their single status “a mark of distinction, not a social failure.”
In fact, there’s a rom-com still to be documented and it goes like this: There’s a single girl with many best friends – men and women, and the occasional lover, and a heap of crushes and she moves through life with no regrets and no cats. Happy mostly. Just like everyone else …
So, ok, what about the happy singletons among us, you know, those who don’t actually MIND being single on V-Day? Shouldn’t the celebration have something for us as well? In short, definitely YES!
Thing is, whether you’re flying solo or just not with your boo for Valentine’s Day, go ahead, revel in love. Having a day to reconnect with yourself and your friends can make you feel good beyond belief!
We have a few ideas on how to celebrate your day of love:
- Get chocolate, enjoy it!
- Fall in love with something new. Wish you could cook risotto? Give it a go!
- Indulge. Spend the day loving yourself. Play hooky from work or just leave early. Hop in the tub solo and veg out for an hour. Add bubbles, a candle and read a book in the bath. You won’t be able to pick up a phone or check your emails. Bliss!
- Send a bit of love someone else’s way. Bake a cake and give it to a needy person on the street. A small gesture will fill you with love and make the world a better place.
- Be among friends. Throw a “quirky-alone party.” Invite a few singles and celebrate empowerment and gratitude.
- Spend the night with your ultimate celeb crush. Rent a few movies and treat yourself to an eye-candy marathon.
- Spend a little extra time at the gym. Endorphins work wonders and before you know it you’re hot and sweaty all by yourself!
- Attend a comedy show with a friend. Laugh the night away at a Valentine’s themed show at a local comedy club.
True, Valentine’s Day gets a lot of media attention, and when you don’t have a special someone to share it with; it can be brutal. BUT it doesn’t have to be!
Happy Valentine’s Day everyone! #AllAboutYou.
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