Valentine’s Day is rapidly approaching. The stores are filled with red and pink roses, valentine bags, and candy boxes in the shape of a heart. Everything valentine everywhere:  no escaping.

Love is in the air and the sight of it all may flood your mind with memories of happier times.   Times when you received beautiful cards, a dozen roses delivered to the job, dinner by candlelight or romantic getaways.

If you don’t have a new ‘boo’ yet, don’t sweat or get nervous.  Below are 6 ways to survive getting through the valentine season.

1. Remember to love yourself.  Self-love is the best love and no one is going to love you better.
2.  Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate romantic love but love can be shared with someone who is not a significant other.
   • Spread extra love to the kids. Take then out to dinner.  Put a special treat in their lunch. Buy the kids a card and small gift.
   • Surprise an elderly family member or neighbor who is a widow with a card or gift. It would brighten up their day.  Take them to lunch or just visit for a while. Sometimes the best gifts we can offer don’t cost a thing.
3. Find a singles group in your area and attend an activity. I know, I know, who wants to join another group.  Check out www.meetup.com and locate a singles group.  During this time of year, several groups host functions for singles. This could be an excellent way to meet others like you or someone special.
4. Call your single friends and have a get together. Host a party or plan an activity.
5. If you like roses, send yourself a dozen. Now, don’t order flowers, send them to the office and write a fake note.   You aren’t desperate, just treating yourself.
6. Schedule yourself a spa day. You are special and you deserve the extra attention.

Remember to always surround yourself with love and love is not limited to just one (1) day.

~Elle Camille