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12 Undeniable Benefits of Being Single on Valentine's Day

Loving yourself will never go out of style.

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12 Undeniable Benefits of Being Single on Valentine's Day

In society, there is sometimes a stigma surrounding those who are single without really taking the time to consider why that person isn’t with someone at the moment. And it is assumed that on Valentine's Day, only those who are coupled can actually celebrate it to it’s fullest potential. Well, as a single person myself, I believe that whether you may be in a relationship or not, you can still celebrate it. Below, are a few benefits of being single on Valentine’s Day!

1. You can consume as much chocolate as you want—without any added shame.

Of course until that moment when you go into a deep sugar and caffeine coma.

2. There is no need to share anything especially those cheap wrapped boxes of chocolate.

But you know you’ll hit up all those sales around town to get the really good, quality stuff.

3. You’ll be able to catch up on some much needed rest—a girl’s gotta sleep, right?

4. And on top of that, don’t feel the need to get up too early—hit the snooze button!

This Valentine’s Day will be on a Sunday, so be sure sleep in till the point where if you wake up you won’t feel like a zombie that just crawled out of its coffin.

5. A marathon of binge-watching *name show* on Netflix is just calling your name.

Bye world, hello Netflix!

6. You can still splurge on gorgeous flowers and decadent chocolate—Valentine’s Day doesn’t necessarily have to validate those purchases. #treatyoself

7. Who like’s the color pink, anyways?

I'm much more of a purple girl, myself.

8. Taylor Swift latest album is on repeat. All day everyday.

9. There are no expectations you have to live up to—just do you!

10. There’s a chance you’ll find your next soulmate if you give love a shot.

What about that guy in your biology class you’ve been eyeing since last semester? There’s a good chance he doesn’t know how you feel, so reach out and see what happens. If you fall short in that department, you’ll be glad you at least gave it a shot.

11. Loving yourself will never go out of style.

12. At the end of the day, the possibilities are what you make them.

Even if you celebrate Valentine’s Day without a special someone, that doesn’t mean you still can’t have some fun of your own! Let go, take a breath, and do whatever you’d like. If that means staying in for the night, then don’t feel guilty. It’s always good to dedicate some TLC time to yourself. Just know that you’re not alone; there are plenty of people out there who are single. Maybe after V-Day, jump the fence and try to spark up something fresh in the dating scene. You have nothing to lose, and if you don’t try, you may never know the outcome.

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