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By: Jamie L. Carter
Updated: Feb. 11, 2022
Originally Published: Feb. 11, 2022
Let’s be real—Valentine’s Day can be more frustrating than fun. Here’s why I’ve had enough of it:
- We all want to pick a gift that reflects our feelings, but for those who forget, it might just end up being a rubber band and some lip balm—awkward for everyone involved.
- It forces you to evaluate your relationship, and what if you don’t like the outcome?
- It also makes you reflect on why you might be single, and that can be tough to face.
- Sure, you might receive chocolates, but let’s be honest—those are just as cliché as the dreaded red roses. Plus, with a box of chocolates, there are usually only two flavors worth keeping. Who actually likes the orange creams?
- You might agree to a dinner date just to avoid spending the night alone. But what if your date brings their dry lips and awkward tongue into the mix? Yikes.
- Occasionally, your partner nails the gift-giving, but it’s almost a guarantee that this only happens after you’ve given them an embarrassing present, like fast-food coupons or a mortar and pestle. Now you’re stuck having “the talk” instead of enjoying a romantic evening.
- I once had a boyfriend break up with me right before Valentine’s Day and asked if he could call to check in—so we wouldn’t feel alone. Sweet, right? But that call never came, and he was engaged within a month. I bet you can relate.
- Red is universally disliked. If you disagree, you should reconsider.
- If you’ve ever been surrounded by more popular friends, you know the pain of receiving zero love notes or serenades while they get showered with affection.
- The expectations can be sky-high. It’s such a letdown when you receive a silly gift, like a David Hasselhoff Chia Pet, instead of a romantic proposal.
- The guessing game about what your partner is getting you can be exhausting. It might be better to just open their gift first and then Venmo them the exact amount. Practical, but where’s the romance in that?
- The anxiety builds up weeks in advance—starting from missing the New Year’s kiss to the dread of February 14th.
- And let’s not forget those cheesy grocery store gifts, like a half-price stuffed bear holding a heart balloon. It’s like saying, “I secretly can’t stand you.”
- Ultimately, Valentine’s Day serves as a stark reminder that we are all, in essence, alone in the universe.
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Summary:
Valentine’s Day often brings more stress than joy, forcing individuals to confront relationship issues, inflated expectations, and the reality of being single. From clichéd gifts to awkward dinner dates, the day can feel like a reminder of loneliness rather than love.