Traditionally, Valentine’s Day is a day to express gratitude and appreciation for loved ones in your life. Most people view this holiday as a day for couples. However, this Valentine’s Day, whether you are single, taken, in a talking stage, in a situation-ship, or just don’t know what’s going on, we all deserve to celebrate, love, and take care of ourselves. Regardless of relationship status, use this day to show yourself some true love. That’s especially important if Valentine’s Day has you feeling a bit blue over a day for all things red, white, and pink. So for all the people celebrating this Valentine’s Day alone, here are a few ideas to help you focus on yourself.
- Volunteer at your favorite place
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Personally, for me, I love volunteering with animals, so I enjoy volunteering at animal shelters. There are many places to volunteer, including , animal shelters, food banks, hospitals, and community centers. You can also search for volunteer opportunities online. This can vary from person to person so try and find what interests you the most!
- Pamper yourself
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Take this time to really take care of yourself by going to a spa or even having your own personal spa day at home. This can include things like face masks, massages, or painting your nails. It can really be anything that you feel will make you feel like your best self!
- Treat yourself to a gift
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Whether it’s candy, a stuffed animal, or jewelry, it doesn’t matter- just try and remind yourself that you deserve it.
- Declutter your space
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It is important to declutter once in a while. You can treat this as a reset by getting rid of clothing that doesn’t fit, or anything you just want gone. This can also be rearranging furniture, switching decorations, or anything to help you feel better about your space.
- Have a Movie Marathon at Home
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If going to a movie theater alone isn’t exactly your speed, you can recreate the experience at home. Grab some popcorn, candy, blankets, and your favorite movie. Snuggle up on the bed or couch and queue up the best movies.