Valentine’s Day
Chase Johnson
Do you smell that? Love is in the air. Valentine’s Day is here! It’s the time when couples come together in a romantic, love sick togetherness but, what about those who will pass another Valentine’s Day alone?
Sometimes feelings of depression or loneliness can creep in and make us feel less fortunate.
Is it really that big of a deal anyway?
“I really don’t mind it,” said Kenny Bellus. “I think that there is too much hype about it.”
Others feel a little depressed about spending the holiday single and alone.
“I’ve lost count how many I’ve spent alone, but I know my man is out there somewhere, it is kind of sad at times but on the 15th I’ll feel fine again,” said Marisa Ethridge.
Some people get together with friends as a different approach to fight the feeling of lonesomeness.
“Me and my friend are going to pretend we are in a relationship for Valentine’s Day, that way we can say we have someone,” said Robert Holgate.
Here are some tips that can be used to keep from feeling depressed:
Do not look back at old relationships, but rather towards the future, even those happy couples seen around have probably had their romantic let downs as well.
Do not forget about yourself. You too deserve something special on this day.
Find a friend who just went through a break-up or is alone as well and get together for the evening and have some fun. There are plenty of “single awareness” parties that night, as well.
Most of all, love you first. Then it will be easier for someone else to love you too.
So go out and enjoy this Valentine’s Day. There is plenty to do, single or otherwise.
