15 Ways to Treat Yourself on Valentine’s Day
Here’s how to make the most of Valentine’s Day as a single person and live your best life.
Valentine's Day can be stressful for men. Finding a great gift for your significant other, something romantic and/or touching, plus planning a fun night together can be stressful. Figuring out how extravagant the gift should be, or how romantic and intimate the date should be that night, isn't easy and often depends on the duration of the relationship. But it can also be stressful for single men, who have to watch from the sidelines as couples everywhere have a great time.
There is no shame in being single on Valentine's Day, but there is a shame in being obsessed with being single. Sure, you could spend an evening indoors re-watching your favorite action movie with a bag of Doritos, or play your favorite computer game for a few hours (or maybe just a few hours with a bag of Doritos). Doritos), but we're here to bring out the best in you, and that means celebrating the fact that you're single, not lamenting it.
That’s right: we allow you to spend money on yourself, plan a day out for yourself, and even pamper yourself.
There are so many things you can do on February 14th that are fun, and self-congratulatory, but help spark your imagination. We’ve picked out 15 of our favorite ways to “treat yourself.” Try Harder!
15 things to do when you’re alone on Valentine’s Day
#1. Enjoy A Spa Day
More and more men are going to spas every year. Women have been enjoying facials and massages as part of their lifestyle for years, either alone or with friends, so why not pamper yourself in the most luxurious way possible? Look for a spa that not only offers massages but also steam rooms, saunas, and even cold baths where you can extend your stay after your massage to turn your trip into a mini wellness vacation.
#2. Breakfast In Bed
What's better than having breakfast while resting in bed? Whether cooking up your favorite pancakes or calling your favorite local restaurant for a decadent and delicious brunch of your choice, have it before, after, and most importantly, during your most important meal of the day. Take some time to get cozy under the covers during that important meal.
#3. See A Movie
Contrary to popular belief, there's absolutely nothing wrong with watching the movie yourself. Choose the movie you want to see, find your perfect seat, and splurge on your favorite movie theater with the extra cash you spent on your second ticket.
#4. Take A Cooking Class
Learning to cook is one of the best skills a man can have, making it easier for you to save money, improve your health, and impress your friends and romantic partners, so why not take those side skills you've been working on and improve them in 2024 Take to the next level by taking a cooking class?
In the past, this option was limited to city-dwelling men, but thanks to the wonders of the Internet, there are now countless online chefs willing to show you how to cook (we highly recommend the fun and engaging Skills author Alison Alison Roman through recorded lessons, or with sophisticated masterclasses designed for your specific level of expertise.
#5. Order In
If all this cooking seems like the exact opposite of how to treat yourself on Valentine's Day, then fuck off. Find your favorite local restaurant, whether it's sushi, pizza, or other fine dining options, and design your perfect menu. Since February 14th is a busy day for restaurants, we especially encourage you to schedule your order in advance to avoid any delays.
#6. Out Of Town
If you're stuck in a rut and tired of the same old routine, this might be the perfect time to book yourself a mini trip. If you're pressed for time, you can stay overnight, but we recommend taking a full weekend to leave your mundane life behind. You might choose to go camping, or you might want to try your luck at the gaming tables at the nearest hotel and casino. Whatever you want, baby.
#7. Work Out With The Boys
Pampering yourself doesn't have to mean eating and hanging out. Nothing makes you feel better afterward than an intense workout. Of course, you can do this workout alone, but we recommend calling a friend or training partner to do a group workout together. That might mean hitting up your local CrossFit gym finding an experienced personal trainer to guide you through grueling workouts, or even just taking a spin class. Whatever you do, we recommend steering clear of your usual workout routine: If you usually lift weights, find an aerobics option; if you usually like to do cardio, get out of your comfort zone and lift some weights.
#8. Drink Something Good
If you love a good drink, but still want to drink good wine or home-brewed wine, use Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to open up your bottle of wine. Premium scotch and cigars, small-batch beer and pizza, or red wine and red meat—any of these is worth the risk of a morning hangover.
#9. Splurge On Something Special
Whether you're single or not, there are always some gifts you want to give yourself. It could be a tailored suit, a luxury travel bag – hell, it could even be a car. Whatever it is, make Valentine’s Day the day you take the plunge and invest in whatever you want—within reason. You only live once and if we had to guess, you will eventually be happy with your decision.
#10. Pamper Your Pet
Let's be honest, sometimes a pet is the best Valentine's Day gift a man could ask for. Take this day to treat your true love, give your loved one a bubble bath, blow dry, and enjoy lots of playtime. In recent years, almost 20% of Valentine's Day spending has been on furry significant other. If you need some pet-friendly ideas, we've got plenty, too.
#11. Go On Adventure
Working out is fun, but you can combine a physical workout at the gym with an adventure activity if you choose kayaking, hiking, rock climbing, sailing, etc. You'll get all the endorphin-based benefits of a fitness class while getting out of the box and into the unexpected—sounds like a win-win to us.
#12. Turn Off Your Phone (Not Just Vibrate)
This may be easier said than done. Most of us can remember a time when mobile phones were just there for our convenience and not everything. Take the time to walk outside, listen to the sounds of nature, find a new book, or dig out a book you love and read it again, or start a meditation you’ve heard so many times. A study published in the Harvard Business Review found that just having your phone nearby can hurt your brain. who knows? Valentine's Day could be the start of a tradition that changes minds and moves toward something better.
#13. Catch Up On Sleep
No one gets enough sleep. once. If the pomp and circumstance associated with Valentine's Day are so off-putting, why not just go to bed? Turn off the TV, put away the snacks, and be done with it at such an early hour. Sounds good enough, doesn't it?
#14. Rent An Exotic Car
Owning a high-end vehicle like a Ferrari or Lamborghini is ridiculously expensive. It's not just the sticker price that's too high or the eye-watering cost of filling up the tank; it's the mundane things like monthly insurance premiums or hefty repair bills. So what’s a car enthusiast to do? Rent one, rent it for a day. It's surprisingly affordable, depending on the make, model, and where you live, and we guarantee that revving this beauty up at a stoplight will put a smile on your face, girlfriend or not.
#15. Visit A Museum Or Art Gallery
You may be single, but that doesn't mean you can't experience some culture or expand your horizons. No matter where you live, we bet you're within driving distance of a natural history museum, art museum, gallery, or other cultural venue, and we bet you've been ignoring this fact for years. Well, now it’s time to expand your horizons. If you want to learn more, you can book a guided tour, but we also recommend taking the time to peruse the exhibits, reading each exhibit or work of art, and immersing yourself in the entire experience.
Valentine's Day may seem boring when you're single, but it doesn't have to be. You are ultimately responsible for your emotions, so flip the script and choose to do something awesome this February 14th. We guarantee you'll be grateful for what you did, not just the next day, but next year.
