Valentine’s Week just ended. Some people are basking in their romance, while others are recovering from an empty wallet and unrealistic expectations!
And then there’s the rest of us, who are single, heartbroken, or just plain tired of the love drama.
Anti Valentine’s week is for us!
From February 15th to February 21st, this seven-day celebration of freedom, self-love, and fun is the perfect way to shake off the Valentine’s Day blues. Whether you aim to get over an ex, embrace independence, or are just here for the memes, this week is all about letting go and moving forward in a fun way.
So, let’s break down each day of anti Valentine’s week, and figure out how to make the most of it, and bounce back to embracing life with full zest and confidence.
What is anti Valentine’s week?
Before we get into the details of getting over the Valentine’s blues, let’s answer the biggest question: what is anti Valentine week?
As the phrase suggests, it is the opposite of Valentine’s week. It is basically meant for people who would rather celebrate being single, getting over heartbreak, and prioritizing self-love instead of drowning in romance, and not living life to the fullest.
So, you can think of it as a week-long detox from love-related nonsense, where each day brings its own hilarious, symbolic meaning. Read on to unravel the exciting details of this amazing week.
Anti Valentine’s week: Important days and dates
This concept, being a week-long agenda, you have something to look forward to on each day to immerse in self-love and get over the dramatic romance that just exists in movies!
| Day | Date |
What it is about |
|
Slap Day |
Feb 15 |
This is the day to metaphorically (or literally?) slap away toxic relationships! Come on, you can do it! |
|
Kick Day |
Feb 16 | You need not literally kick the person, but rather kick out past negativity, delete those texts, and move on! Don’t procrastinate dining this. |
| Perfume Day | Feb 17 |
The only scent you need is confidence and self-love since it never fades away! |
|
Flirt Day |
Feb 18 |
It is fun to get into harmless flirting without emotional investments to get over your past. But, yes, take it easy! |
|
Confession Day |
Feb 19 | Confess your love for yourself by spending time realizing how much ‘YOU’ should matter to yourself. |
| Missing Day | Feb 20 |
Miss someone? Think twice if they deserve it! If you can’t help missing them, pend down how they hurt you, and you will stop missing them! |
|
Breakup Day |
Feb 21 |
The grand finale! This day is about officially cutting toxic ties and celebrating singlehood. Cheers! |
February 15 – Slap Day
This is the wake-up call you need!
Well, Slap Day isn’t about violence (unless you’re metaphorically slapping away toxic exes from your mind). It’s a reminder that some things and people need to go. This is for your good, which you might not realize immediately, but certainly later at some point in time!
How to celebrate:
- Write your ex’s name on a piece of paper and shred it like your last bad decision
- Block, mute, or archive those painful chat histories—it’s time!
- Treat yourself to something nice, because surviving that relationship was a challenge
Slap Day quote:
“Slap away the past, embrace the future.”
February 16 – Kick Day
This day is because some things in life deserve a Goodbye kick!
Slap Day wasn’t enough? That’s where Kick Day comes in! This day is about kicking negativity out of your lives, from past relationships to toxic friendships.
How to celebrate:
- Unfriend, unfollow, and delete anyone who doesn’t serve your peace
- Marie Kondo your life—if it doesn’t spark joy, kick it out!
- Hit the gym, go kickboxing, or just kick a ball as hard as you can, it helps
Kick Day quote:
“Some doors need a gentle push, others need a KICK.”
February 17 – Perfume Day
Forget the “his hoodie still smells like him” and “ her scarf still smells of her” nonsense. Today is all about treating yourself to something fresh, new, and empowering. So, this day is basically about smelling like confidence, self-reliance, and self-acceptance!
How to celebrate:
- Buy a fancy new perfume because self-love smells amazing
- Ditch the past! Change your shampoo, lotion, or even your bed sheets
- Light scented candles, take a bubble bath, and soak in your fabulous single life
Perfume Day quote:
“Smelling good is the easiest way to tell the world you’ve moved on.”
February 18 – Flirt Day
Flirting is harmless fun as long as you keep your heart locked up like Fort Knox. So, get into that harmless flirting, with no strings attached to have some fun and get over the painful past.
How to celebrate:
- Flirt with a stranger (but keep it fun, not creepy)
- Wear an outfit that makes you feel unapologetically attractive
- Flirt with yourself in the mirror, because self-love is incredible!
Flirt Day quote:
“Flirting: The only romance that doesn’t require emotional damage.”
February 19 – Confession Day
Confession Day isn’t about pouring your heart out to an ex, it’s about admitting the truth to yourself. So, say it aloud that you love yourself, and be proud of how you are!
How to celebrate:
- Write a letter to your future self about how strong you have become
- Confess to your fridge that you DO deserve that extra dessert
- Confess that you are finally over that one person who didn’t deserve you
Confession Day quote:
“I confess: I am the love of my own life.”
February 20 – Missing Day
It’s okay to miss people, but not everyone deserves a second thought. However, if you still miss them, just dedicate this one day to missing them, but at the same time, do not miss out on how they hurt you!
How to celebrate:
- Write a list of reasons why you should NOT text them
- Watch a TED Talk about moving forward instead of scrolling through old pictures
- If you miss someone who deserves it, reach out; If not, keep scrolling!
Missing Day quote:
“Missing someone is fine—texting them is where you lose the game.”
February 21 – Breakup Day
Breakup Day is the grand finale! This day is about cutting ties with the toxic person, moving forward, and celebrating YOU. Make sure you spend this day celebrating ‘YOU’ and not weeping over your painful past. By now, you should be done with all the crap you faced in the past!
How to celebrate:
- Throw a “Good Riddance” party with friends and have fun
- Block and delete anyone who ghosted you and never go back to them again
- Write down three things you love about being single and celebrating ‘YOU’
Breakup Day quote:
“Some breakups aren’t losses, they’re lucky escapes.”
Conclusion
Forget Valentine’s Day. Anti Valentine’s week is a mindset, a reminder that self-love, independence, and fun are just as important as romance, rather most important!
So whether you are single, heartbroken, or just done with love’s unrealistic expectations, this week is for you.
Enjoy it, own it, and most importantly, never settle for anything mediocre and toxic! Remember you are the best version of yourself!
