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And if you are in a relationship?
There’s all this pressure that the day needs to be incredibly romantic."
Evans suggests a simple way to lean into the good vibes of the holiday without all that stress.
And remind yourself that off-the-charts romance is just one way to express love.
In fact, consumers have been shifting to a more inclusive approach to the holiday.
So much so thatEntrepreneurreports that people also splurge on family, friends, coworkers, and children.
And although that comes in many forms, some like sharing experiences together can strengthen relationships in your life.
So, skip the off-the-shelf classics and make new memories with those you adore most.
Stargazing is universally appealing
The essence of stargazing comes down to the experience of awe.
This idea is perfect for Galentine’s Day or a family outing.
It also happens to be romantic AF.
Yup, it spins and the heart soars!
But we’re also enchanted by how utterly adorable this is, of course.
Build a romantic cuddle fort
Hooray!
Scientists have chimed in, and it’s official cuddling is good for relationships.
Snuggling not only provides a tangible reminder that you’re there for someone but also reduces stress.
Add a few twinkle lights, and voila.
Boska makes really uniquetealight-powered raclette grills, so cue the monthly raclette club.
Farm Steady’sRavioli Kitunderstands the assignment, and why not pair it with a great bottle of wine?
Either way, it’s an opportunity to try something new together.
And luckily, the team at Lego understands that creative play and creation aren’t reserved for childhood.
Astudypublished in the Association for Psychological Science featured a good, old-fashioned time capsule.
Remember those from grade school?
What a special way to spend time with your favorite people.
Plus, thiswaterproof time capsuleis engravable and under $60.
The concept is easy and altogether mind-blowing at the same time.
It’s a refreshing riff on a time-tested way to spend quality time with others (viaLibro Maniacs).
Maybe you went to a bar and crushed it at trivia night put that drink coaster in here.
TheMemories Boxitself is less than $40 and is excellent on its own.
Or kickstart the memory-making by adding a pair of event tickets before wrapping it up.
But if you’re not into the whole painting-with-strangers scene, no worries.
The cards prompt fun, taboo discussions that can be awkward to just casually work into a conversation.
