Valentine’s Day, even without a Valentine

Eagerly awaited each year by florists and chocolate makers, Valentine’s Day heralds a special – but programmed – moment of tenderness between those who love each other. For those who are not “in a relationship”, it can also be a moment of solitude.

And yet, did you know that in antiquity, this celebration long designated the celebration of singles, and not that of couples? Young girls and boys sought each other in a gigantic game of hide and seek, couples were formed and, through these unions, the vitality of the village was reinforced. It even seems that some married men took advantage of this great opportunity to flirt with young beauties to woo them…

Strange resonance with our ultra-connected era, no? Is Valentine’s Day the ancient precursor of social networks and dating sites? In any case, this day still promotes discovery, contact, love and sharing.

What is even more surprising is that we often think – wrongly – that Valentine’s Day is dedicated exclusively to our lover. In reality, this beautiful holiday provides an opportunity to celebrate love with everyone we love.

For example, Americans have chosen to make it a celebration of love and friendship, where expressions of gratitude and affection are also addressed to friends, neighbours, schoolmistress, family, without forgetting, sometimes , his pets…

So, whether or not we are in a relationship on February 14, what prevents us too from taking advantage of Valentine’s Day to highlight love and friendship? Let’s celebrate this day with dignity as we wish, with other single people around a “Valentine’s Day” dinner, with a group of friends in an “anti-Valentine’s Day” evening, or simply by being attentive. Because this holiday is an opportunity to turn your gaze towards the other even more than usual, and to remind those around you how important they are to you.

“Any love sown, sooner or later, will blossom”, Raoul Follereau.

Throughout the year, we often forget to say “I love you” so that day is an opportunity to make a tender and unusual gesture, all the more touching as it will be personal. Here are some ideas you can complete:

1. Be creative, make personalized little gifts.

2. For romantics and gourmands, flowers and chocolate are a safe bet.

3. Draw a card with lots of little hearts, and distribute it without moderation.

4. Send a message to your friends with an “I love you” in ten languages.

5. Disconnect your phone to enjoy your surroundings without interference.

6. For zamoureux, no need for a big restaurant to prove that we love each other, a good dish prepared with care will be just as appreciated.

7. And above all, take advantage of Valentine’s Day to cuddle!

And if this day was magical, touching and filled you with love, then start again the next day, and make every day of the year a celebration of love! The bond you create with those you love is the true gift that will bring you true happiness, which you will cultivate throughout the year for yourself and your loved ones.

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