What part of February is filled with chocolate, flowers, cards and love? The one and only Valentine’s day. Joy and affection is shared by many on this Thursday, but there are still some who feel like this is a “Hallmark holiday”.
As any holiday, stress takes a little of the fun out of the experience. Expectations, time, planning and money just makes it ten times harder to relax and have a good time. Some believe that having a specific day to care and be thankful for the people that are special to you doesn’t really make sense – if you love them and care for these people you should be showing it everyday.
People with significant others who love this holiday can make it more difficult for people that are single. Going on social media is a perfect example; scrolling down Instagram feeds and seeing people experiencing love – sometimes for years. But whoever feels like this, especially on this day, don’t be down on what you might not have, focusing on what you do can change everything. Sometimes couples aren’t as happy as they seem. Some couples are extremely toxic but still turn to social media to post about how much they love their girlfriend or boyfriend. Then some will go out of there way to break up with their sweetheart because buying flowers is too closely paired with commitment. Or maybe a couple will get through the day, then break up days later.
Valentine’s Day is a time that one can show love for all the people that their thankful for. Taking the time to tell friends, family and whoever else who impacts their life should be shown on this day by telling them how important they are. Sometimes our busy lives make it hard to push aside time for everyone you care about. Valentine’s Day reminds us to take a moment and do a little extra to appreciate all the people that make our lives wonderful.
However, many people don’t realize it’s not only a day to celebrate with people you know personally, but it’s also an opportunity to send letters, cards, and gifts to people in hospitals, in armed forces or even charities. For inspiration or ideas on where to give this valentines day go to https://www.travelfordifference.com/charities-donate-valentines-day/ for a world wide way to give back or for something more local see the youths music funds at https://www.cheshiremen.org/singing-valentines/ for singing valentines.
If you are in a relationship, Valentine’s Day gives those to opportunity to show how “stupidly in love” you are with your significant other. Couples celebrate with colors of red and pink and fun heart-shaped boxes of chocolate. While the holiday may be seen as cheesy, it’s a day to recognize how far you and your significant other have come as a couple. To remember all the good times and the bad, and to look forward to what’s to come. And for singles on this occasion just remember that valentines day isn’t just for lovers, look past having to have a significant other and go to those that care for you – friends, family, teachers, pets and really anyone else that’s gone that extra mile for you.
Whether you like Valentine’s Day or not, single or in a relationship, there is one thing everyone can get excited about. The discount chocolates in the days following and the love that carries on throughout the rest of the year.
