Ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day beyond romance
Valentine’s Day is often seen as a celebration of romantic love, but it can be so much more.
Instead of focusing only on romance, why not use this day to celebrate love in all its beautiful variations and make it even more special since love exists in many forms?
Here are some creative and meaningful ways to enjoy Valentine’s Day beyond romance for those who are you are single or simply not a fan of romantic gestures.
Have a me day
Valentine’s Day is a perfect reminder of self-love, dedicate the entire day to yourself and do whatever makes you happy
Show yourself love and appreciation with activities such as a spa treatment, cooking that favourite meal, enjoying a solo staycation or just going shopping.
Friendship Celebration
Who said Valentine’s Day is just for couples?
Organize a get-together, gather your best friends and celebrate your bond with a picnic, fun dinner or game night movie at home.
Family time
Spending time with family is just as special.
Use Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to strengthen your bond, plan a movie night or cook a special meal with family members.
Act of Kindness
Love extends beyond personal relationships.
Spread love and make someone’s day brighter by writing heartfelt appreciation notes and buying small gifts for coworkers, volunteering at a local charity or leaving a kind note for a stranger.
Pet Love
If you are a furry friend enthusiast and you own one pamper it with treats and extra playtime and even if you don’t have a pet, you can still spread love by visiting animal shelters with some treats and enjoy playtime with the animals.
Organise a charity drive
Use the day to give back donate clothes, food, or other essentials to a local shelter, or start a fundraising campaign for a cause you care about.
Organise secret valentine
Similar to Secret Santa, organize a gift or note exchange among friends, coworkers, or family members for a surprise celebration.
This fresh way of celebrating love on Valentine’s Day makes it more inclusive and meaningful for everyone, whether single or in a relationship and do not enjoy traditional romantic gestures.
