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Rebelling against something like Valentine's Day with your love by your side is romantic in its own right, and that’s why having an anti-Valentine’s Day could feel even more perfect for your “I’d gladly take someone who doesn’t show up with flowers on Valentine’s Day for someone who folds the laundry, who gets up in the middle of the night with our babies, who shows up day in and day out in a million other smaller, often unnoticed, ways.” You see, the type of relationship I’m looking to be in isn’t built on holidays. Valentine’s Day is for lovers — but you don’t need a romantic soulmate to celebrate. The holiday is a chance to consider just how rich, diverse and beneficial every form of love is in the human experience, whether it comes from your family, friends, pets, neighbors or community. Key points. Valentine’s Day celebrates all forms of love—romantic, familial, and platonic—not just romance. Its origins stem from ancient Roman festivals and Christian traditions honoring St Don't get me wrong: Just because I am not down with Valentine's Day, doesn't mean I don't love, well, love. I really do. But I believe in loving on my own terms and in my own way. "In that way, Valentine's Day is important because it gives you the opportunity to show people you care about them." Sophia Kemling, a sophomore studying nursing, is doing the same thing on the Downtown campus. She is part of the Resident Hall Association and Changemaker Central, both organizations that are hosting Valentine's Day events this week. If you feel like Valentine's Day is a snooze-fest, well, let it be one. We love the idea of embracing the art of napping as a way to celebrate Anti-Valentine's Day as a couple. And we're not talking about a little lie-down. Really commit here. We're talking room-darkening shades, white noise, and maybe even a naptime story. So not celebrating Valentine's Day, is not a reflection of our love for each other." At the end of the day, not all couples feel the need to go all out on Valentine's Day; some thrive in the everyday moments they share together. Valentine’s Day is for lovers – but you don’t need a romantic soulmate to celebrate. This February 14 is a chance to consider just how rich, diverse and beneficial every form of love is in the human experience, whether it comes from your family, friends, pets, neighbors or community. What not to do on Valentine’s Day . 1. This is not a day to turn on "The Notebook" or watch sappy rom-coms or listen to sad music. Turn on some Beyonce instead. 2. No texting your ex on Valentine's Day. We start getting reflective about our past loves and Valentine's Day can become a little like beer googles. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and while we often say, “All you need is love,” there are still certain expectations that come with the holiday. Whether you're in a relationship (hoping your partner will send flowers to your workplace or pull off a grand romantic gesture by asking you to As Valentine’s Day comes around the corner, it is not Cupid we should worry about sweeping us off our feet — it’s letting our screens continue to steal our attention. Phones have become so Valentine’s Day is for lovers — but you don’t need a romantic soulmate to celebrate. The holiday is a chance to consider just how rich, diverse and beneficial every form of love is in the “I’d gladly take someone who doesn’t show up with flowers on Valentine’s Day for someone who folds the laundry, who gets up in the middle of the night with our babies, who shows up day in and day out in a million other smaller, often unnoticed, ways.” You see, the type of relationship I’m looking to be in isn’t built on holidays. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and while we often say, “All you need is love,” there are still certain expectations that come with the holiday. Whether you're in a relationship (hoping your partner will send flowers to your workplace or pull off a grand romantic gesture by asking you to Valentine’s Day is for lovers — but you don’t need a romantic soulmate to celebrate. The holiday is a chance to consider just how rich, diverse and beneficial every form of love is in the human experience, whether it comes from your family, friends, pets, neighbors or community. Valentine’s Day is upon us, and even if you don’t have a special someone in your life, there’s no reason you can’t celebrate romantic love, friendship and admiration in your I wish you a happy day full of love and kisses 😘 Happy valentine’s day my love ️. Happy Valentines Day! You are my sweetheart, and I am glad you are mine. Happy Valentine’s Day my love. Loving you is my favorite part of being alive. I’ll never stop loving you. Distance may keep us apart but it can never take away my love for you Valentine’s Day is for lovers — but you don’t need a romantic soulmate to celebrate. Building meaningful and satisfying relationships is key to our health and well-being,” said Valentine’s Day is for lovers — but you don’t need a romantic soulmate to celebrate. Building meaningful and satisfying relationships is key to our health and well-being,” said
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