It's that time of year again, either the most loved or hated holiday of all: Valentine's Day. If you're taken and have an awesome boyfriend or girlfriend, have a great night. If you're newly single or you've been living the solo life for awhile, have an even better night.

Why does everyone think you have to have someone for Valentine's Day? Just because it's the holiday of love does not mean you have to be with some special person. If you aren't in a relationship or don't have someone to spend this holiday with, then spend it with the person you love the most – yourself. For all our single readers who don't have that someone special, here are some ideas of how to spend Valentine's Day.

Go to a party. Valentine's Day is on a Friday this year. Go out with all your friends and have fun. Or stay home, buy yourself some chocolates and watch a romantic comedy. Your choice.

Be your own Valentine. I wouldn't mind buying myself a cool present or some chocolates. Who doesn't love chocolates? Call it pathetic or independent. Either way, I'm probably going to do it.

Meet someone that night. Valentine's Day is probably the one night you are guaranteed to not end up alone. Everyone who is out and single is not in the mood for Valentine's Day, either. They don't want to spend it alone just as much as you don't. Meet someone new!

You have friends for a reason. One of those reasons is for Valentine's Day: single edition. They are the ones who are supposed to hang out with you while everyone else is tied down and lovey-dovey on this fabulous holiday. Go out with your friends and have an awesome time. Just pretend it's a themed night of red, pink and cute hearts. Instead of celebrating love, celebrate the single life. Whatever makes you feel better.