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The Singular Joy of Valentine’s Day

Show how much you care for yourself and others

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Pam Miller
February 06, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes

Hello, beloved readers. In this special Valentine’s issue:

  • Ideas for reaching out to loved ones

  • Practicing self-love and ways to indulge

  • Community and connections

  • Spreading kindness (and cookies!)

  • American Heart Month

Embracing Love and Connection

A heartfelt Valentine's Day guide for finding joy in unexpected ways

A red rope tied in a heart shape around a tree branch in the woods

How about a romantic hike?

Valentine's Day is more than romance. It’s a celebration of love in all of its beautiful manifestations. And it’s all around you – in a dazzling sunrise, a child’s peal of laughter, a stranger’s smile, a hug. This is your opportunity to seize those moments, nurture connections, practice self-care, and spread love in meaningful ways that transcend all else. 

Reach out to loved ones

Pink Mail Box

Use Valentine's Day as a time to strengthen bonds with family and friends:

  • Call your children, grandchildren, or siblings

  • Celebrate Galentine’s or Palentine’s Day with friends (February 13th )

  • Schedule a video chat with loved ones far away

  • Send Valentine's cards through the mail or online

More ideas:

Practice self-love

Red, heart-shaped "you" sucker

Take time out for you:

  • Soak in a luxurious bath with soothing music

  • Cook your favorite meal or have it delivered

  • Buy yourself flowers or a small gift

  • Practice meditation, gentle yoga, or just breathe

  • Read a book that’s been on your list

  • Dress up, take a walk, sing... whatever makes your heart smile

Even if you’re planning to cook for yourself, it can be a sumptuous feast.

Make community and social connections

Heart hands

Fulfill your need for companionship:

  • Throw a potluck party

  • Attend local events

  • Join a nearby club or group

  • Volunteer

  • Enroll in classes or workshops

  • Use video apps to chat with friends

More ideas:

Spread Kindness

Valentine's candies

Sharing love is receiving love:

  • Bake cookies for neighbors 

  • Send care packages to friends

  • Donate to a cause you care about

  • Offer help to someone in need

  • Write appreciation notes to caregivers or community helpers

More ideas:

It’s American Heart Month

February is American Heart Month

Raising awareness and contributing to heart health is a rewarding way to honor Valentine’s Day and your loved ones’ well-being. Reach out to the American Heart Association, your local hospital or health professional for more information, or follow the links below.

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“In the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make.”

- Paul McCartney, English singer, songwriter and musician of the Beatles

Here’s hoping your heart is in the right place!