How to get in the mood for St Valentines Day

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How to feel in the mood to romanticize your life!

Whether you are in a couple or single the modern tradition of St Valentine’s day puts a lot of pressure on one single evening.

But perhaps a different way to look at is, a reason to celebrate the centre of life-love in all its forms-after the long, cold, difficult month of January

A quick History of St Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s day, a day celebrating the Christian St Valentine happens on the 14th of February every year apart from in Orthodox religions where it is celebrated later in the year.

There are many origin stories as to his life and martyrdom. But the most agreed upon is that he signed a note “your Valentine” which lead to the tradition of anonymous Valentine’s cards signed as such.

In the 14th Century it was first associated with romantic love supposedly due to the movement of love birds at this time of year but it wasn’t until the 18th Century-a long time after the saint’s death- when the day became associated with sending flowers and cards to “your Valentine”.

In modern times it is seen as day for romantic partners to celebrate with restaurant dates and exchange expensive gifts.

Galentines day, a day to celebrate all the ladies in your life, is now becoming more widespread and is celebrated on the 13th.

Top tips to bring a little love to your own life this Valentines day

Whether single or in a relationship there is no better time to be your own valentine; focus on what makes you feel happy and loved, and you’ll soon be spreading good vibes.

• Buy a new outfit that makes you feel good and comfortable
• Practise self love and self care
• Don’t focus just on romantic love
• Celebrate those other loves-yourself, family, parents and pets for example!
• Celebrate Galentines day on the 13th-no matter your gender let your friends know you care
• Be appreciative of what you have in life
• Don’t focus on what you don’t have even if you are only striving for achievements sometimes this makes you miss the little moments along the way
• Buy YOURSELF the gift you want, don’t wait for someone else to treat you a certain way!
• If you are in a relationship discuss how you both truly feel and find a way to ease the societal pressure
• Generally just ease on that pressure we all put on ourselves in our society

Mental Health

Caring for your mental health is important all year long.

If you are struggling to celebrate holidays and occasions which everyone else seems to enjoy it may be worth checking out a website such as Mind. Perhaps you need a little mental health overhaul.

Mental health is so important to see that magic in life

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What are your top tips to help you feel happy and loved?