Happy Valentine’s/Galentine’s/Single’s Awareness Day! Maybe you’re celebrating today with your pals, a lover, or, maybe you’re boycotting the day entirely. Or, maybe you’ve got quite a unique situation on your hands? Whatever you’re celebrating and however you’re celebrating (or avoiding the day, we’ve got a little something to make your day!
Valentine’s Day’Galentine’s/Single’s Awareness Day can mean a lot, or very little to each and everyone depending on your situation. But, whatever you’re feeling (or maybe not feeling?) we’ve got the perfect little tonic for you. Here goes!
YOUR STATUS: Single, and now all this love talk is making you wonder if you should give the dating apps a go.
Good for you! Let’s get out there.
TRY: The Bumble Diaries: Ready to Dive into Dating? Here Are the 6 Hottest 2024 Dating Trends
OR: ooh, and a word of caution: The Love Diaries: 5 Reasons Dating Apps are Actually Keeping You Single
STATUS: You’re feeling a bit weeeird about today.
One of the hardest parts of being an adult is when there is a day or an occasion that’s supposed to make you feel *heart-eye emoji* *smiley face emoji* but for reasons that are particular to your life, you feel *sad face emoji*, and this emotional disconnect makes you feel alone. The wonderful Emma Clifton has written THE perfect piece about how to fall in love with YOURSELF this Valentine’s Day and honestly, if you’re going to read one thing today it should really be this.
TRY: Reclaiming Cupid: Fall Back In Love With Yourself This Valentine’s Day
STATUS: You’re in a relationship and keen to fully embrace Valentine’s with a cute date night at home
TRY: Valentine’s Day or Galentine’s Day? How to Have the Perfect Night In
STATUS: You matched with someone online, you’ve been chatting and now you’ve chosen TONIGHT for your first date
OMG, congratulations. Maybe you didn’t realise it is Valentine’s Day, or maybe he didn’t? OR maybe you knew exactly what you were doing when you organised your first date for February 14. Whatever the sitch, do try to not put toooooo much pressure on this date. But, do give this wonderful piece from an expert who gives her best tips about the online dating world and first dates!
TRY: Dating, Desires and Sex on the First Date – A Sexologist’s Top Tips for Finding Love Online
STATUS: You are READY to spice things up tonight
Ok, if Valentine’s Day has left you with one thing on your mind, we have a few suggestions as to how you can fully embrace tonight.
TRY: Want to Spice Up Your Valentine’s Day? The 10 Best Toys to Light Your Fire – Solo or With a Partner
OR: Valentine’s Day is a GREAT time to give role-playing a try (We have five great scenarios to start you off)
STATUS: You are SEETHING mad at a male. Maybe ALL males?!
Hate all men today and want to read about other horrific men doing horrific things? Well, we definitely know a few stories about absolute scum bags that could do the trick.
TRY: ‘I Was in the Shower When I Found Out My Husband Was Having an Affair’
OR: “My Husband Had A Baby With My Sister”
OR: ‘The Lingerie I Thought My Husband Bought Me For Christmas, Actually Went to His Secret Lover’
OR: “I Found Out My Husband Was Having an Affair from Watching Simone Anderson’s Instagram Stories”
OR: ‘My Husband Was Having an Affair With a Local Celebrity’
OR: He Left To Be In An Open Relationship With the 19-year-old He’d Been Having an Affair With
STATUS: You’re ready for some lovin’ with your partner tonight, but, heck… it’s been a while.
Could Valentine’s Day be the right time to reconnect that spark? This sexpert has a intimidating, non-patronising list of tips for you to get your love life back on track.
TRY: A Sexpert’s Top 5 Tips for Reconnecting with Your Partner
STATUS: STRESSED. You’re coupled up and have just remembered you’re supposed to be exchanging gifts tonight…
Forgot it was V-day? Have a partner who will definitely be expecting something?? We’ve got you!
TRY: Valentine’s Day Gifts for Her OR Want to Buy Him a Gift For Valentine’s Day? Here’s Our Ultimate Guide
STATUS: It’s your first Valentine’s Day since a break-up.
We feel you and we love you! We’ve all been there and are sending you all our love. This stupid day will be over soon but in the meantime, read this asap:
TRY: A Guide To Surviving Heartbreak: Aka ‘When You Are Engulfed In Flames’
STATUS: Single, and generally feeling pretty good about it – but could do with a little boost today.
Celebrate the one you’re with: you!
TRY: Reasons Why Being Single Is Legit Great
STATUS: You have a date lined up for tonight and you want the perfect romantic outfit
May we suggest you take a page out of Taylor Swift’s playbook? Ok, yes, these are the perfect outfits to wear if you were lucky enough to get tickets to fly to one of her shows. BUT, they’re also dreamy Valentine’s Day outfit choices!
TRY: What To Wear To The Eras Tour: Inspiration For Each Era, Each Budget & Each Body
STATUS: In a long-distance relationship and really feeling the distance today.
How about a yarn from someone who has been there and understands exactly how you’re feeling? If you’re missing the one you love today? You’re not alone – we look at the world of a LDR
TRY: Dating Without Borders: The Surprising Charm Of Long-Distance Romance
STATUS: You’re looking for something sexy to watch. But you’ve got a niche: Bridgerton
Binged Bridgerton too many times to wanna watch it again tonight? Here’s some other shows you could give a whirl…
TRY: Like Bridgerton? We Have Your Recommendations For More Horny Content Starring People In (Mostly) Old Fashioned Clothing
STATUS: You’re darn-well still hung up on your goddam ex
Argh, and now you can’t stop thinking of them and wondering what they’re doing because everyone is talking about goddam love!
TRY: How I Let Go Of ‘The One That Got Away’
STATUS: You’re looking for something sexy to listen to.
Look (or listen?!) no further! Find some noise-cancelling headphones and you’ve got yourself a sexy party
TRY: What is Audio Porn? Your Guide To A Sexy New Trend
STATUS: You’re kinda interested in some porn tonight, BUT, y’know, feminism.
You can do both!
TRY: Ethical Porn is a Thing: Your Guide on Feminist-Friendly Fun times
STATUS: You’re in a relationship, but you won’t be seeing them tonight and lordy, you still want some lovin’
Touchin’ meeee, Touchin’ youuuu.
TRY: Ménage à Moi! 7 Reasons Why Every Loving Relationship Should Include Regular Masturbation
STATUS: You’re in a relationship, and, no pressure, but you’d like tonight to be the night you have the best sex of your life
Nina Powell about how tapping into our wild and sensual selves can bring us to our fullest potential… and the best sex of our lives
TRY: Meet The Sexologist Helping Kiwis Embrace Their Inner Wild Women
