Navigating Valentine's Day as a Single Nigerian Woman

Hey, queens!

It’s Your Girl Joy here, back again with some super cool Valentine’s advice just for you!

Valentine's Day is around the corner, and let's be real, it can be a bit of a challenge when you're single. The streets will be flooded with red and white, vendors selling teddy bears at traffic stops, and social media will be buzzing with ‘God when?’ posts.

But here’s the thing: being single doesn’t mean you’re any less worthy of love and celebration.

So, how can you make the most of this day and focus on what really matters, your own awesomeness?

Celebrate You

Instead of dwelling on not having a partner, take the time to hype yourself up!

Write down everything that makes you amazing, from your hustle to your unique quirks.

Create a vision board of your dreams, remind yourself of your achievements, and if you’re feeling extra, take yourself out for a solo date.

Think about it: would you rather be in a relationship just for the aesthetics or wait for something meaningful?

Own your journey, sis!

Surround Yourself with Love

Valentine’s Day isn’t just for lovebirds.

It’s about celebrating all forms of love, friendships, family, and most importantly, self-love.

Plan a fun Galentine’s Day with your girls, have a sleepover with face masks and small chops, or video-call your besties and laugh over how everyone is overhyping the day.

And let’s not forget Nigerian mothers!If you visit home, be prepared for their classic “When will you bring someone home?” line. Just smile and say, “When Dangote’s son calls me.”

Practice Self-Care

Listen, self-care is the real MVP here. Run yourself a luxurious bubble bath, order that amala and gbegiri you’ve been craving, or go for a solo spa day. If you’d rather stay in, binge-watch Nollywood classics like Isoken or Before Valentine and remind yourself that your peace of mind is worth more than any overpriced teddy bear.

Explore Your Passions

Use this day as an opportunity to focus on your hobbies and passions.

Always wanted to start a YouTube channel? Do it.

Thinking of learning how to cook afang soup? Now’s the time.

Turn Valentine’s Day into a productive moment for self-discovery because

Own Your Worth

Forget societal pressure. Your worth isn’t measured by whether someone sends you a bouquet of flowers or not.

Remember, your worth and value come from within. Don't let societal expectations or external pressures define your self-worth. You are enough, just as you are.

Repeat positive affirmations to yourself, focus on your strengths, and celebrate your accomplishments. You are a unique, talented, and worthy individual, and it's time to own it!