Single on Valentine's Day? Fun ways to celebrate self-love
Ah, Valentine's Day—the one day a year when the entire world conspires to remind you that you're single.
Ah, Valentine's Day—the one day a year when the entire world conspires to remind you that you're single. Hearts, roses, and couples frolicking in public like they're in a rom-com? Fantastic.
But let's be real: Being single on Valentine's Day is not a tragedy. It's an opportunity to celebrate the best relationship you'll ever have–the one with yourself.
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So, if you find yourself without a plus-one this February 14th, don't sulk. Instead, let's flip the script and make it a day of fun, self-indulgence, and maybe a little mischief. Because honestly, who decided that love should only be celebrated between two people? Let's dive into some fool-proof ways to embrace self-love this Valentine's Day–with a little sarcasm sprinkled in for good measure.
Host a petty anti-Valentine party.
Why suffer alone when you can make it a group effort? Gather your single friends and throw an anti-Valentine bash. Play break-up anthems, burn old love letters, and toast to the freedom of not having to share your fries.
Make it even prettier by creating a game of Valentine's Day Bingo, with squares like "witnessed an overly dramatic proposal," "got a discount on clearance Valentine's chocolate," and "saw a couple arguing in public." The first one to bingo wins... nothing, because love is a scam.
Take yourself on a self-date
Go to a movie, visit a museum, or have a solo picnic at the park. The best part? You don't have to compromise on anything. No one will judge you for ordering extra butter on your popcorn or spending three hours in the bookstore smelling pages like a literature-obsessed weirdo.
If anyone asks why you're alone, say you're doing "main character energy" and watch them nod in admiration. Either way, you win.
Pamper yourself ridiculously
You don't need someone else to buy you roses and chocolate. Get yourself the fluffiest robe, the most luxurious bath bomb, and a skincare routine that makes you glow like you're radiating inner peace.
Spend the whole day in self-care mode. Face masks, a deep-tissue massage, an aggressively long nap–go all in. Because let's be honest, self-love sometimes just means letting yourself do absolutely nothing without guilt.
"You deserve a love that starts with you—self-love, self-respect, and self-growth."
Binge-watch something that would make couples uncomfortable
You could go the traditional route and watch romantic movies, but why subject yourself to two hours of unrealistic expectations? Instead, dive into a true crime documentary, a horror marathon, or something with a ridiculously independent protagonist who doesn't need love to thrive. Nothing says "I'm fine on my own" like watching Gone Girl and taking notes.
Or, if you want to embrace your single status, watch a drama about a messy breakup and take immense pleasure in the fictional misery of others. Who needs love when you have popcorn and schadenfreude?
Eat your feelings, and do it proudly.
Couples have fancy dinners, so why shouldn't you? Order an entire cake, grab a family-sized pizza, or build a buffet that would make an all-you-can-eat restaurant jealous.
And if anyone dares to ask, "Are you going to eat all that?" simply stare them down while taking a slow, deliberate bite of chocolate. Yes. Yes, you are.
Final thoughts
At the end of the day, Valentine’s is just another Tuesday. Being single on Valentine’s isn’t a curse—it’s an opportunity to treat yourself the way you deserve. No pressure, no expectations, just good vibes and the freedom to enjoy life on your terms.
Being single is great… until you realize you need a plus-one for that ‘buy one, get one’ Valentine’s deal. Find yours on Idyll.
Anushka Gusain