VALENTINE'S VALENTINE'S VALENTINE'S DAY DAY DAY

Whether its going to be a valentines or a palentines here are some things you can do around Toronto on the day of love.

TO's Finest Valentines Day

The Parkdale Hall

Tuesday, Feb 14th

Valentines Artbox Soiree

1233R Queen St W

Tuesday, Feb 14th

La La Land Screening

The Revenue Cinema

Tuesday, Feb 14th

Host Your Own Valentines Dinner

CampusOne

Tuesday, Feb 14th

By. Res Council

Being single is the best opportunity that sets the path for you to grow as an individual. It's a chance for you to learn about yourself, and deeply understand your wants and needs. One of the most important things to remember is that you have the freedom to make your own choices and to do what makes you happy without worrying about upsetting anyone. This can be an incredibly liberating feeling and can allow you to explore your passions and interests in a way that might not have been possible in a relationship.

Another important aspect of being single is that it teaches you to be self-sufficient. It's easy to rely on a partner for emotional support and responsibilities, but when you're single, you must learn to take care of yourself.

This can be daunting at first, but it's also empowering. Being self-sufficient makes you strong, resilient, and responsible. It also allows you to build and maintain healthy relationships with friends and family. When you're single, you have more time to spend and strengthen those relationships with loved ones that are usually neglected. You can understand that you are enough and that you don't need to rely on a romantic relationship to be complete.

Take some time to reflect on your strengths and accomplishments. Remember that you deserve to be happy and successful. You are valid, and you have the ability to create anything that you put your mind to. It's important to surround yourself with people who support and encourage you and to surround yourself with positivity. When you start to doubt yourself, remind yourself of all the things you have accomplished, and all the things you are yet to achieve. You have the power to create your own reality, so don't let anyone or anything hold you back. Believe in

"I know hardly anyone in a relationship would say this, but Valentine’s Day really isn’t a big deal. It’s a Hallmark holiday; if you ’ re single, you have plenty of friends and family who love you and care about you regardless, and you can spend some time with them if you really want to avoid the manufactured feeling of loneliness. And if you are dating someone, are you really going to treat them any differently than every other day of the year because it’s the “romance-themed” holiday? Even if you are alone come the 14th, all people need solitude and company in equal parts, so don’t let it stress you out. Throw on a movie, grab a snack and enjoy a relaxing evening spoiling the one person that should matter the most; yourself."

~Jon Tsironikos

Res Council Members: Cameron Whitefield, Jad Al-Jawhari, Jon Tsironikos, Farida Kayed