Gone are the days when Valentine’s Day was just limited to couples. In the past few years, the festivities of the day have expanded to cover anyone willing to show love, whether it’s to family, friends, children, or even self. As long as you’re leveraging the power of love, it doesn’t matter who gets it.
No longer is being single on Valentine’s Day viewed as detrimental and riddled with despair and anxiety. Nevertheless, even the most self-assured single can feel overwhelmed by the outpouring of couple-centric content on February 14.
There is no need to harbor sadness because, on a day dedicated to love, the best thing you can do is shower yourself with it. Many people undervalue the importance of self-love and self-care.
The same gusto present when you shower others with thoughtful gifts should apply when you are indulging in self-care. And what better time than the day of love to start or reignite your self-care habits?
If you find yourself single on V Day, here are the top 5 self-care tips that will have you relishing the company of me, myself, and I.
1. Take Yourself on a Date
Yes, a date. Get dressed up, coif that mane, spritz your favorite scent and make that reservation. Or maybe go to the movies or do something else you have always wanted to do. The day is yours to seize. There is no such thing as too much self-care and self-love. When you are not sharing yourself with anyone else, take the opportunity to indulge in yourself fully.
2. A Spa Day
The spa day is the quintessential self-care gift, which goes for men as well. Nothing compares to being smothered in luxurious oils, coupled with a calming ambiance while getting healthy. Everyone needs a spa day. And there is no better time to bask in the benefits of the spa than on Valentine’s Day.
3. Write Yourself a Love Letter
Penning letters have long since been an excellent therapeutic method. Letters are written to express undying love to a mate of choice, so why not pen a letter declaring love to self? There is something powerful about writing all the great things about yourself and not being afraid to look inward and say, “You are loved, and I appreciate you.”
4. Treat Yourself
You work hard, and you love yourself, so splurge a little and buy yourself a gift. Getting presents is incredible, but there is something extra special about being able to treat yourself.
5. Spend It with Friends
Just because you’re single doesn’t mean you have to spend Valentine’s alone. You’re not the only single person on Valentine’s Day. So, while your coupled friends do their thing, gather the guys or girls and have fun together.
V Day doesn’t have to be about being in a relationship. Any act of love, especially to oneself, is worth celebrating.
Written by: Steven O’Connor, Writer and Marketer
