Valentine's Day is a controversial holiday. As the second season of "Emily in Paris" interestingly pointed out, it's more a celebration of marketing than true love. Maybe your boyfriend has that point of view, so he's not planning on spending February 14th in any special way. But you opened this article, and that means you still want to celebrate Valentine's Day – at least in order to once again remind your boyfriend of his feelings and get him a cherished valentine or a bouquet of flowers.
-
What to do if your crush doesn't acknowledge Valentine's Day? Catch some actionable tips👇🏽
Talk to the guy beforehand
It would be awkward if on February 14 you hand your boyfriend a handmade Valentine and read him a poem of your own, and he smiled and said: "Oh, how sweet! I don't have anything for you… Anyway, it's a catholic holiday. Wasn't planning on tagging him.". You, of course, will object, saying, in Catholic churches February 14 celebrate only a liturgical feast of the patrons of Europe, St. Cyril and Methodius, so Valentine's Day – a secular holiday and has no relation to religion. But it'll leave a bad taste in your mouth.
In order not to get upset on February 14, discuss beforehand. Ask the guy if he has any ideas about how to celebrate. If your significant other has trouble answering, offer your options for romantic get-togethers. If you plan ahead, you won't have to be upset on Valentine's Day itself.
Explain to me why it's important to you
If the boyfriend explicitly stated that he does not recognize February 14, then explain to him why you want to spend this day romantically. The desire to please the girl you love can overpower skepticism, you just need to calmly and concisely explain to your partner that it really matters to you.
Take the initiative
If the mountain doesn't go to Mohammed, Mohammed goes to the mountain. If the boyfriend is not planning to have a romantic dinner, then arrange it yourself! Don't get upset, don't get offended, and spend the day the way you sincerely want to spend it. Valentine's Day is, after all, a holiday of love, and to love means not only to receive, but also to give. 😏