Valentine's Day

It seems that a lot of people seem to count down to Valentine’s Day. Some plan on having a romantic date, BUT most people plan on being miserable that day. The miserable people who I am talking about are those who throw a “girl’s/guy’s night” aka: the self-pity party. Reflecting on their non-existent love life feeling bad for themselves. But it doesn't seem like they are doing this because they try to laugh it off and say, “Who needs relationships?” Or… “Relationships aren’t worth the trouble.” When inside REALLY they are thinking, “Am I not good enough for someone?” “Why doesn't anyone want me to be their Valentine?” People! Get over it! Valentine’s Day is NOT specifically for two people who are in love to have a perfectly romantic date. It’s about LOVE. Love doesn’t have to be mushy gushy. It can be serving a roommate, smiling at other people, calling up your parents and telling them you love them, sending a text to your friends letting them know that you care about them.  

You can still celebrate Valentine’s Day even if you don’t have a special someone. Make it a day of kindness and nice words. Make it a day of service and giving. Make it a day of selflessness instead of focusing on what you do or do not have. Be grateful for what you have and know that it’s just a holiday. No pressure.