As a long-term single woman, Valentine’s Day can feel like a bit of a punch in the face. Don’t get me wrong, I like to think of myself as a happy, strong and independent woman but hey, we’re all human and I have no problem admitting that Valentine’s Day does truly have the potential to, well, suck. Luckily, the strong independent woman I try to be has thought of a great solution to this and decided that this year, I’m going to be my own Valentine. I definitely took inspiration from that woman who decided to marry herself, I’m just doing things on a less permanent scale. So for every fabulously single person out there, here are 30 ideas to spoil yourself with this Valentine’s Day!
- Treat yourself to your favourite meal (for me, this is probably a McDonalds if I’m totally honest), but that’s ok.
- Take a mega relaxing bath (I’m talking candles, bath bombs, a glass of your favourite wine and even rose petals if you heart so desires.)
- Start reading a new book.
- Cook a meal for yourself, or you and a friend/family member.
- Write down all the reasons you love being single.
- Go on a long dog walk.
- Visit a spa.
- Go to the gym (there’s nothing like endorphins to make you feel like a queen.)
- Make a start on that big idea you’ve been toying with.
- Take yourself on a date.
- Stay off social media for the day.
- Make a start on kicking a bad habit.
- List 10 reasons why you don’t need a partner.
- Make an empowering playlist that makes you feel strong.
- Declutter (one of the most therapeutic things ever).
- Buy some new stationary (undoubtedly the best kind of purchase).
- Have a movie night with a friend or family member.
- A bit of retail therapy is rarely a bad idea.
- Make a Pinterest board full of empowering quotes.
- Come up with your 5 year plan.
- Make a folder of recipes to try.
- Do something creative.
- List all the things you love about yourself.
- Do a homemade face or hair mask.
- Practice some yoga.
Above all else, remember that you are amazing and most importantly, that your amazing-ness is not and never will be defined by your relationship status!
