HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY TO ME
Today is Valentine’s Day! Happy Valentine’s day to you. For some reason, V-Day causes some single people stress and anxiety. It shines a light on the romantic relationships in our lives — or the lack of — and that can stir up an array of emotions. Whether you are coupled up or celebrating with friends, there is one relationship that everyone has, and many argue is the most important: the relationship with yourself. While Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love, and why not grant yourself the same kindness, generosity and display of admiration that you would to a lover or friend?
Buy yourself flowers. 🌹
63% of women buy flowers for themselves. Why not be part of the majority? Treat yourself to a bouquet of flowers, Buying yourself flowers can be a beneficial part of your positive mental health journey and self-care routine for a variety of reasons. Because flowers are typically viewed as a gift only given to another person, many people have struggled with the idea of buying them for themselves. Research shows flowers consistently help to heighten the mood and help you feel more empowered when making a self purchase.
Take yourself on a date. 🏙️
Take some time to think about your ideal date, show up ready to feast on your favorite dish, dessert mock-tail or cocktail without guilt. You also don’t have to leave home for date night — you could order in from somewhere extravagant, light candles and binge your favorite movie and have ice cream or popcorn for dessert - or maybe both!
Treat yourself to that item you’ve been wanting. 👛
Depending on your budget, this gift can be as extravagant or simple as you like, from buying yourself your favorite candy bar to splurging on the higher-priced item you’ve been eyeing. Revisit the amazon cart or your favorite shop , spin the block and get that thing you want. You work hard, honey, “Treat yo’self!”
Wear an SOMETHING SPECIAL. 👠
Valentine’s Day falls on a Wednesday this year. Chances are you’ll be headed to work in icy temperatures. Take the time to style an outfit, wear something slinky under your sweats to make yoursel feel a extra sexy and self confident.
Write yourself a love letter. 📝
Writing yourself a love letter is an incredibly powerful practice, and being able to speak to yourself kindly and compassionately is a great skill to hone. Instead of waiting to read the words you wish other people would write about you, write them down yourself. Grab a journal and maybe start a new healthy habit - positive self speak is a very healthy pattern to start. Single girls are tough girls. We are hard on ourselves. Speak to yourself with kindness, tell yourself what you need to hear, and read the letter out loud to yourself once you’ve finished. Be gentle and remind yourself that self-love is a practice. Also, do some self reflecting if a couple celebrating their love makes you jealous or uncomfortable, you might want to check in with yourself - jealousy is not a hot quality. Self reflection is and it might open your eyes to your own happiness and that is as sexy as it gets!