t’s the year 2018. Valentine’s Day is coming up and you’re dreading it because it’s yet another year you don’t have a significant other… Does this sound relatable? If so, just know that you’re not alone. Valentine’s Day can be difficult for a lot of people for a lot of different reasons. Gladly, the day isn’t just reserved for lovers. So don’t retreat to your bed with a tube of ice-cream. Read on for 5 ways to spend Valentine’s Day as a single person.
1. Catch a movie: you can go to the movie theater, buy some candy and a big bucket of popcorn (that you don’t have to share ;), and watch a movie – preferably not a chick-flick so your movie party doesn’t turn into a pity party. Alternatively, you can watch a movie at home from the comfort of your couch.
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2. Pamper Night: it’s time to use that bath bomb that you haven’t used yet, because this is the night for you to pamper yourself. So take a bubble bath, listen to some chill music, and that yourself to some chocolate.
3. Dance party: because why not? Blast your favorite jams (maybe put in some earbuds…), and dance around your room like there’s no tomorrow.
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4. Hang with friends: while some of your friends may be out with their SO, maybe you have a few other friends that are single. So go to a basketball game, eat dinner together, or just talk about how excited you are that Black Panther is coming out soon (I know I’m excited).
5. Have a photoshoot: gather a friend or two, go out to a cool spot around town, and take some pictures! It’s a fun way to bond with friends and take your mind off of school, etc.
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Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be a dreaded day for single folk. Get out and do something fun! And whatever you do, for your sake, please don’t get on social media.