What’s Great About Being Single for Valentine’s Day

Valentine's Day can be stressful, especially if you find yourself single and wanting a relationship. All the hearts, cards and flowers can be a little much, and you long for February 15th when everyone has moved on to something else.

But Valentine's Day isn't always the romantic utopia for couples you might envision. After all, many people who do have relationships find this day stressful in a different way. They wonder whether they should exchange gifts if they just started dating, or if they are expected to spend a lot of money on a fancy dinner they can't afford. So instead of celebrating (or stressing) about what to do or the lack of love in your life, remember that there's always time for that with a future relationship. This year, it's time to celebrate being single. Here's why:

The men you can meet. You can go with your other friends to a bar and guarantee yourself prime access to single men. All the taken ones are with their significant others on Valentine's Day, so have fun and circulate---the more people you meet the better.

Getting together with the girls. Not that we need an excuse, but Valentine's Day is the perfect time to get together with your single girlfriends and make a night of it. Book a table at a romantic restaurant and show the couples around you how much fun you can have, if you're feeling a little cheeky.

No pretending to like a gift. Remember your last boyfriend who gave you a graphic novel for Valentine's Day, thinking it was the height of romance? Well, you don't have to fake that you like it anymore. Instead, why not treat yourself to a piece of jewelry or candy that you actually do like?

Freedom to do what you want. Would you like to sit in your pajamas and watch movies all night? Or book a spa appointment to get a hot stone massage? Or maybe you want to head to a local winery and do some tastings with a friend. It doesn't matter, you can do whatever you want, without having to consult anyone. That's freedom.

Celebrate the end of your past relationships. Remember, you're not dating that guy anymore - the one you were with last Valentine's Day! Instead, you're moving on and meeting new men who are a better match for you. Your past is behind you, and you don't have to revisit it again. Isn't that a relief?

Happy Valentine's Day!