He said
The best thing about singlehood on Valentine's Day is that it's just another day when you have no special someone to share it with.
Turning Valentine's Day into simply Feb. 14, the day between Feb. 13 and 15, can be very liberating. It's like how I forgot Groundhog Day happened this year until two days after.
The unattached Valentine's Day can be something of a relief for people who enjoy their independence. It makes for a day when nobody expects anything from you, so you can go about your business as the women in the office get distracted by the bouquets filtering through the front door.
Valentine's Day can also be a big financial commitment, when compared to any other regular day. A night out with some fine wine may not be very budget conscious. A sexy telegram to your significant other could run a few hundred dollars, though the reaction might be worth it. Everybody has a price they are willing to pay, or must pay, to make Feb. 14 a special one for their partner - everyone except single people.
As someone who has experienced a few single Valentine's Days, it's great just to not have to worry about it. Maybe I'm selfish, which is probably true, but it's refreshing to go through a Feb. 14 without having to concern yourself with things going a particular way. As the only person with nothing riding on the day, you'll never let yourself down.
Special days are nice sometimes, but because of the stress that they can bring into everyone's lives, sometimes it's nice to have another normal day.
She said
Being single on Valentine's Day is often something people dread and fear. Girls joke among their friends that they're going to spend the night locked in their house with a self-purchased box of chocolates and cry while watching The Vampire Diaries. Guys ... well, I can't imagine single guys treat V-Day much differently from how they treat every other weekday. Guys probably play video games, watch a hockey game, go to the gym and post selfies on Instagram.
You single people have a pretty great situation on your hands.
As a single person on Feb. 14, you have a world of possibilities. You can do anything. There are no expectations regarding dinner plans, or gifts or formal clothing options. You can be selfish and do whatever makes you the happiest, which is so awesome and definitely something to be celebrated.
I think the number one thing about being single on Valentine's Day is the freedom. Sure, you don't necessarily have a special someone to hang out with all night. But you definitely can call the girls and complain about how much boys suck while eating individual litres of ice cream. You can wear sweatpants and heals and vacuum your living room, for all anyone will know. Or, if you're really lonely, you can have a couple of drinks and make out with the first attractive person who passes you at the bar. The world is your heart-covered oyster!
So definitely don't sulk if you're single at this time of year. It's better than dating a jerk with a crazy ex, or anyone who makes you unhappy. Celebrate how you are independent and awesome, and you can buy your own damn chocolate. You could even buy in on Feb. 15, if you wanted, because it's cheaper.
