John KIRAGU
- Feb 10
- 4 min read

How to make a better Valentine’s Day

"Many people give their loved ones or admirers gifts on Valentine's Day to extend their feelings towards their long-term romantic partner, cuffing season contenders, and platonic pals."

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Giving gifts to your partner on Valentine's Day that are filled with emotions and feelings will always remind them of how lucky and special they are and will make them fall in love every time. Valentine’s Day is fast-approaching. Whether you are getting together with your friends or spending the day with a special person, it is a great time to surprise your partner with gifts that speak to your emotions and the unique bond that you share.

Here are some romantic ways and things that will better your Valentine’s Day.

Express using a rose

A bouquet of roses is the best gift to say "I love you" on Valentine’s Day. Red roses are important on Valentine's Day as they symbolize beauty, romance, desire, and undying love. Yellow, orange, and pink roses are viewed as symbols of friendship, excitement, and admiration, respectively. Red roses also convey gratitude, appreciation, and a passionate connotation among couples. Flowers that you can use on Valentine's Day include:

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Orchids

The orchid flower symbolizes wisdom, beauty, love, refinement, and seduction, and there are many varieties of orchid flowers. Because orchids are hard to come by, gifting one to your partner shows your appreciation for her delicate beauty and rare love. Make your partner feel special and enjoy themselves by giving them an orchid on Valentine’s Day.

Tulips

Red tulips are the most appropriate red roses to represent "perfect love”. The yellow and pink tulips show the feelings of hopelessness and caring in love. It can stay longer in a vase with water; therefore, if you want a bouquet flower that will last past February 15, consider tulips, as they are the best.

Dahlias

Dahlias show sentiments of elegance and dignity. It also represents a strong bond and commitment that lasts forever. You can also combine white dahlias with a variety of showy hues such as crimson, yellow, orange, or pink. Tokens and gifts of affection in the form of flowers are the traditional way to express your feelings. The different rose color meanings also have a great impact on making Valentine’s Day great for family members, friends, and couples.

Reminisce on the good times

Flashing back to the beginning of your relationship, where you spent more time and effort showing your partner the romantic side of you and showing them how charming you were, will make them feel loved and special. Women feel good when men remember the details of when they were getting to know each other. Perhaps you should consider taking your partner to your first date and having a romantic dinner while doing the same activities that you did on your first date, as it may have sparked your romance. These activities will enhance your strong bond and make your time with your Valentine memorable, lovely, and enjoyable.

Take something sweet for your sweethearts

Valentine’s Day is the best time to enjoy sweet things with your loved ones, family, and friends. You can try sharing healthy sugary alternatives with your partner, such as dark chocolate or fun treats from fresh fruits. These aphrodisiac foods have substances that enhance desire, making the partners more open to romance as they facilitate brain-soothing chemicals that increase desire and energy levels. Chocolate elevates moods, and it's a better way to celebrate your love with the indulgent goodness.

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Go hiking on Valentine's Day

Moderate physical activity and hiking facilitate the release of hormones such as serotonin and dopamine that make you and your partner feel good. Hiking makes things beautiful and enhances plenty of conversation topics that facilitate the bond between partners. Taking amazing photos with beautiful backgrounds, good moods, and smiling faces creates a memorable Valentine and makes it better as it enhances romantic moments. You can pack a picnic, chill some wine, chocolate, and sweets, and finally ask your partner to join you on one of the best hiking dates you've ever had.

Dancing and music

Music and dancing are great for both psychological and physical health. Whether you are planning to spend Valentine's Day with friends, a romantic partner, or in a solo activity, dancing enhances empathy. It also shows an improved ability to express emotions and empathize, which are two vital aspects of building strong connections between partners.

Music and dancing help to teach healthy self -expression, and help fight depression as they fuel your emotions and aid in the fulfillment of social connection.

Music and dancing also enhance your serotonin and dopamine, which enhance moods, memory, concentration, motivation, pain, and anxiety, which may help to make your Valentine’s Day better.

Propose to your dream girl

Valentine’s Day is a better day to propose to the woman of your dreams. It feels special when you get down on one knee with a red rose and a ring. If you plan to make a proposal on Valentine's Day, you should consider making it memorable, being creative, being sweet, making it a surprise, and avoiding restaurants. You can propose to your loved ones on Valentine’s Day and make it a matrimonial day of love and joy for your partner.

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Valentine’s Day is a day of love and romance where people celebrate their loved ones by sending gifts such as jewelry, flowers, and chocolates. Valentine’s Day helps to strengthen relationships by showing appreciation to your partner, celebrating your success as a couple, building romantic love, and enhancing your bizarre history. You can improve your Valentine's Day by going on a hike, dancing and listening to music, bringing sweets for your sweetheart, and expressing yourself with roses.