It's finally that time of year. The chocolate, red hearts, and teddy bears are flooding stores around the country and you can't help but feel bad that you are single this year on Valentine's Day. Here are some helpful tips on how to celebrate the holiday for you!
1. Buy yourself flowers
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Flowers are the most popular gift on Valentine's Day, why not send them to yourself or a friend/ family member? They are sure to put a smile on someone's face and know they are appreciated this holiday.
2. Treat Yourself to a Spa Day
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Treating yourself to a facial, massage, or manicure is sure to put you in a better mood and make you feel better about yourself physically and mentally. Bring a group of friends and enjoy the day in full relaxation!
3. Drink Champagne
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Having a glass or champagne or wine can instantly put you in a better mood on Valentine's Day. Curl up and watch a movie with a glass and enjoy the night with close friends.
4. Send letters to the ones you love, even if it's not a significant other
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Sending letters is one of the most old-fashioned, yet best things that you can receive in the mail. It gives such a sentimental value and is something that you can cherish always. Send a card with chocolate or flowers to those that mean something to you and show how much of an impact they have on your life. You'll be sure to make someone smile.
5. Do something nice for someone
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Buying someone Starbucks in line in front of you at the coffee shop, or paying it forward in any way can put you in a happier and more positive mood this Valentine's Day. Volunteering at a food pantry, nursing home, or animal shelter today can really impact how you view the world and put you in a better mood, today is the perfect day to do that.
6. Stay off social media
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Although social media can have plenty of benefits, it does not provide any on Valentine's Day. Seeing people post pictures with their boyfriends or girlfriends can have you wishing you were in a relationship. Avoid Instagram, Facebook, and snapchat today and focus on the people that make you happy today.
7. Spend time with family and friends
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Hanging out with a group of friends or having dinner with your parents can be one of the most enjoyable things to do on Valentine's Day. The holiday doesn't always have to be about spending time with a significant other, but it can be about spending time with those that you love and making memories to last a lifetime.
8. Watch a movie marathon
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Avoid all romance movies and watch a comedy show or movie. Clueless, Sex and the City, and Valentine's Day are some of the best films to watch for a night in with some friends.
9. Go out to your favorite restaurant
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There's no better way to make yourself feel better than splurging on a nice meal. Make dinner reservations at your favorite restaurant or go to the bar and spend the night with your best friends!
10. Love Yourself
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Although you may be surrounded by friends in relationships, always remember that you matter. Don't let societies standards of being in love and having someone to spend Valentine's Day with ruin your day. Make today about realizing what you love about yourself!
Valentine's Day does not have to be a negative holiday if you are not in a relationship. Spend the day with loved ones and you will know how loved you truly are.
