[LIFESTYLE]: 5 Ways To Show Yourself More Love This February & Valentine’s Day

Love it or hate it, Valentine’s Day is upon us. The stores have exploded in pink and red products and plans are being made for a weekend of love. I always seem to find myself being single on Valentine’s Day, but I decided to flip the narrative this year and use it to share some self-love. These tips are not just for the month of love but small things we could all incorporate this year for ourselves.

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1. Start a Cute Craft Project

This could be anything from colouring in books to trying out some air-dry clay projects (this is what I want to do next) or even starting an embroidery project. One of my Bingo Board goals was to start a journal and I’ve turned it into sort of more of a scrapbook experience. It allows me to write whatever I want and to be creative. A journal is also one of the goals I mentioned in this blog post. What crafts are you busy with this year? I’d love to know!

2. Mix Up A Snazzy Cocktail For Yourself

How could I write a post like this and not include some cocktail recipes? There is usually a new post once a week on my Instagram or TikTok but I also share a lot here on my blog. Choose one you like and make it a fun activity for yourself. Maybe it could be before you go out with friends or on a date? Or you can line up a great movie and sit back and enjoy it while watching something you’ve been dying to watch.

3. Declutter A Space

It is amazing how decluttering a small space in your house can make you feel better. Instead of being overwhelmed by an area, start with a draw or a shelf. Taking time to cleanse your home will help create an environment that is peaceful and joyful. This allows you to not being in a space of never ending to-lists and unmet expectations. Just a small declutter, that’s all. Think of it as an act of love for yourself this month of love.

4. Buy Fresh Flowers

Gosh, I love flowers! They instantly add joy to a space for me. Unfortunately, they can be quite costly sometimes so I think of it as a treat, which makes me savour them even more. A few weeks ago I went to Adene’s Flower Farm in Irene and had such a lovely time. It was such a cool experience but I’ll only go again when the crowds are less. You can watch my TikTok on it here.

5. Burn That Candle

This year, as part of my Project Pan goal, I’m burning the candles that I’ve been saving. We all know from various blogposts and social media posts that I love, love, love candles *gift idea*. Instead of keeping them in a cupboard for “one day”, I’m burning them now and getting to enjoy their scents and the ambience it creates. Make a matcha latte or a cup of coffee (or even pour yourself a glass of wine) and light your candle while cozying up on your couch with a great book. It’s all about the self-love.

Let me know if you’ll be incorporating any of these tips for Valentine’s Day this year or for the month of love? Just a reminder that you can practice these throughout the year. 2025 is going to be a great year for us all and we deserve all the love. Have you touched base with the goals you’ve set yourself for this year? Just a reminder here are 25 easy ones you can set for yourself.