I wanted to take this moment to wish you a special Valentine’s Day. Whether you are in a relationship or not, I hope you will take this time to allow yourself to give and receive love.

Originating in the 14th century Valentine’s Day truly started to transform itself in 18th century. During that period it evolved into an occasion in which lovers expressed their love for each other by presenting flowers, offering confectionery, and sending greeting cards (known as “valentines“). In Europe, Saint Valentine’s Keys are given to lovers “as a romantic symbol and an invitation to unlock the giver’s heart”.

It’s not all about the “WOW” factor or the gifts!

A recent study out of Carnegie Mellon University says romantic things like red roses, a box of chocolates or even diamond jewelry are not necessarily the best gifts to give. Research suggests that one of the best things you can give to the one you love is to give them what they want.

In my opinion, the best thing you can do (if you have not done it yet) is to ask before you give. This will make it much more personal and special to the one you love. Give them what they want, give them something useful or a great experience.

it’s not always the monetary things that mean the most, it’s the little things you do, such as making a nice romantic candlelight dinner for your loved one, giving them a massage, offer them a day at the spa. Maybe they would love to have a night out, a special diner, a book, see a movie.I know a friend of mine last year who paid for house cleaning services for two months so that he and his wife could have more time with each other.

When in doubt or if you forget to ask at the last minute, use your intuition!

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Don’t forget the children

Sometimes parents are so focused on what they want to give to each other, that they forget that Valentine’s day is also important for children at school. I remember when I was a kid, when I gave other little “friends” small hearts made of paper how happy it made them feel. For some children whose parents had totally forgotten to give their child something to bring at school, it really seemed to bring a sense of acceptance and allowed them not to feel excluded or abandoned. 

For those of you who are married with children, you may want to create a special little card for your child to give to mom or dad.

I guarantee this will bring love and even maybe tears to their eyes.

My 3 tips for a successful Valentine’s Day

1. Remember The Love: Life with it’s daily stress makes us forget how we fell in love in the first place. Take a moment to remember how it felt, how it feels to feel loved. This will reactivate the same feelings, chemicals and emotions inside your body that you want on this special day.

2. Focus on enjoying the moment: Avoid talking about work or money or any boring stuff you can talk about on any other given day. The main emotion of the day is Love.

3. Allow yourself to open your heart: If the relationship is quite new you may feel a bit of anxiety and insecurity about figuring out what to do or say. For some people just hearing I love you is too much for them. Stay in the moment and simply allow it for the moment. Enjoy yourself and allow the moment to simply be magical.

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