Valentine's Day Musings

I am working on an article about Valentine's Day. It occurs to me that Valentine's Day puts an unusual amount of pressure on couples - pressure to "show" someone how much you love them...at least that is what the commercials all say.

I wonder about the pressure Valentine's Day puts on those who are not in a relationship...Does Valentine's Day make single folks feel a bit sad to be alone - when the rest of the year they are quite content? 

I am coming up with tips for couples to navigate the upcoming holiday. 

How do you handle Valentine's Day?  Have any tips I should be sure to include?

I would love to hear from you -
Cynthia
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Creating Healthy Relationships
Cynthia McKenna, LPC, NCC
www.cynthiamckennacounseling.com

Comments

[Ann Zuccardy]

Hi Cynthia,

The commercial side of Valentine's Day was a washout here in northern Vermont with our recent blizzard. I was bummed that I was not able to get out and sell last minute shortbread, but also slightly relieved that I could hunker down for the day and practice a little self love, which in my opinion, is essential in order to love others.

I just read a beautiful piece written by friend and coach, Laura Lind-Blum, The Idea Midwife, at http://www.ideamidwife.com/. It's called The Day the Earth Stood Gently Still.

I love how the snow forced all of us here in my neck of the woods to slow down, be still, and ride out the storm in a very different kind of Valentine's Day that was about connecting with family and helping neighbors, sipping hot chocolate, and spending a quiet day reflecting on the sometimes extreme beauty of nature.

Ann Zuccardy
Vermont Shortbread Company