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Ep. 3 - What do you do when you are single on Valentine's Day?

Valentine's Day can be an incredibly challenging day when you're single as love and companionship seem to be in abundance. Fortunately, there are many ways to make the day enjoyable - love yourself! Spending the day spoiling yourself with a massage or home spa is a great way to show love for yourself and embrace the fact that you're single. You could also use the holiday as an opportunity to enjoy your hobbies - draw, paint, bake, or learn something new. If you feel up to it, some people even choose to go on a date with themselves out of town or whip up a yummy meal at home. Who said you need someone else around in order to love Valentine's Day?

Celebrating love and being single on Valentine’s Day can go hand in hand! Don't let the day pass feeling down, as there are plenty of ways to enjoy it while flying solo. Spend some time self-loving - take a nature walk and appreciate the beauty surrounding you, or challenge yourself to set out and try something new like a cooking class or painting. You could even opt for a safe virtual date with one of your single friends and chat about love stories, dreams, and adventures. Of course, there’s no shame in cuddling up with a good book or movie either! It is also an excellent opportunity to practice sending love outward as well: you could give your mom flowers reflecting her favorite color or phone a friend that needs some love and support. No matter what your plans may be this Valentine's Day, celebrating love starts from within — so lighten up and take some time to love on yourself.

For singles, Valentine's Day may be a time of love, but not love with someone else. It can be a challenge to love yourself and find happiness when you're alone on such a day that is usually celebrated by couples. Instead of feeling defeated or down, remember that being single gives you the opportunity to get creative with how you spend the day! A date with yourself can be just as rewarding as a date with another person--plus it doesn't come with any expectations or pressure. Celebrate love in all forms -- love for your family, your friends, and yourself. That love can come in many shapes and sizes; pour coffee into your favorite mug and curl up with the book you've been meaning to finish, go on a hike or adventure solo and explore your city like never before. Look for love within yourself first on Valentine's Day -- it will make all the difference!