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How to Thrive This Valentine’s Day If You’re Single

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at FSU chapter.

Brace yourself, because Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. If you’re spending this year single, that’s totally cool. There’s no need to drown yourself in a sea of hearts and flowers. Buckle up for the ultimate guide that’s not just about surviving but thriving during Valentine’s Day this year. We’re talking self-love, self-care, and celebrating independence. Get ready to discover just how amazing you can be when you’re doing you on the day of love.

Appreciate Your Friends

Valentine’s Day is about more than just romantic love. Celebrate the friendships around you that have been your source of joy and support in your daily life. Plan a hangout with your closest friends, whether it’s a movie night, game night, or a simple dinner. It can be incredibly fulfilling to surround yourself with loved ones, even if they’re not romantic partners.

Embrace Self Love

Use this day as an opportunity to love and appreciate yourself! Have fun doing activities that you enjoy, whether it’s reading your favorite book, enjoying a calming spa day, or having a yummy meal. Celebrate yourself with kindness and remind yourself about the strengths and accomplishments that make you who you are!

Mindful Reflection

Use this day to take some time for self-contemplation. Reflect on your current goals, aspirations, and the things you surround yourself with that make you happy. Evaluate your personal growth in order to set new intentions for the upcoming future. Focusing on self-improvement will help you find that being single can be a rewarding and empowering experience to have.

Explore New Hobbies

Valentine’s Day can be used as a great opportunity to dive deeper into activities that bring out your creativity and ignite your passion, like joining a workout class, picking up a new hobby, or learning a new recipe. While helping to distract you from any feelings of loneliness on this day, you also get to contribute to your own personal growth.

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Spread the Love

Share the love by volunteering and performing random acts of kindness to others! This could be volunteering at your local charity, helping a neighbor out, or sending an uplifting message to your closest friends. Spreading positivity to those around you can bring a sense of connection and fulfillment.

Have A Solo Adventure

Treat yourself. Take a road trip to a nearby town, hike in nature, or explore a new hobby you’ve never tried before. Having a solo adventure can be both liberating and empowering. Embrace the freedom that comes along with being single and create new memorable experiences for yourself.

Take a digital detox

Disconnecting from social media is something that can often portray unrealistic romantic expectations. Having constant exposure to idealized depictions of relationships on different social media platforms can come with not feeling like you’re enough. Take a break from social media and focus your perspective on your own life by finding happiness in the present moment.

Valentine’s Day as a single person doesn’t have to be a day of self-pity or sorrow. Instead, it can offer the opportunity for self-discovery, personal growth, and learning about the joy that comes with being independent. By redirecting your focus on self-love, appreciating friendships, and engaging in fulfilling activities, you can turn this day into a celebration of your unique journey. Keep in mind that being single is not a limitation but rather an opportunity to enjoy being with yourself.

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Alexa is a staff writer for Her Campus at Florida State University and is currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology. In her free time, Alexa loves to watch true crime documentaries, go thrifting, and grab coffee with friends.