Valentine’s Day is a fun holiday for both singles and people with a partner. On the one hand, if you are in a relationship, you have a day to go do something romantic with your partner, but if you’re single, you have a free excuse to ask someone out, bonus points if you take them on a Valentine’s themed date. 

Though some people could say that Valentine’s Day is terrible and puts too much stress on someone to get a gift or find a partner, it’s really not as big of a deal as people make it out to be. The central concept is bonding with each other and giving people an opportunity to find a partner, not forcing them to find one.

The only aspect I feel like doesn’t matter as much and should not be expected, but it doesn’t take money to have fun. “Money can be needed, but it’s really about being with that person over the money spent. You can make memories without it, it’s as simple as watching a movie at their house, playing board games, or just sitting and talking, because it’s about the time.” said Sophomore Ayden Snell.

On the topic of spending time with people, group dates or hangouts work well too. With group dates, you can easily just have fun without having the pressure of being one on one, and with group hangouts you can do a little Valentine’s day theme party, even get to know new people, and maybe find a potential interest.

All in all, Valentine’s Day is a great holiday and is a time to just enjoy yourself, and provides opportunities to be social, rather than spending time alone. Even if you’re an introvert, try putting yourself out there a bit, and find a friend or partner. Happy Valentine’s Day and best of luck to you, whether you’re looking for a partner or friend.