{"id":89079,"date":"2025-02-13T14:01:46","date_gmt":"2025-02-13T13:01:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zine.modalova.com\/zine\/?p=89079"},"modified":"2025-02-13T14:01:46","modified_gmt":"2025-02-13T13:01:46","slug":"how-turn-valentines-day-into-self-love-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uk.modalova.com\/zine\/how-turn-valentines-day-into-self-love-day\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Turn Valentine’s Day into a Self-Love Day?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Valentine’s Day is often an opportunity to please your partner… if you have one. But instead of getting depressed when you’re single or only making yourself look good once a year, why not seize this occasion to take care of the most important person in your life \u2013 the one you learn to love over the years: yourself?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, it’s the perfect time to talk about love. Love for a partner or a dear one, of course, but also self-love, or self-love<\/em>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Far from being selfish, cultivating self-love is essential to our well-being. The more we love and respect ourselves, the more positivity and love we attract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So whether you’re in a relationship or not, here\u2019s a wellness routine<\/em> to adopt for a Valentine’s Day<\/strong> that is, of course, all about love!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The day starts with rituals you wouldn’t miss for anything in the world. And if that’s the case, I recommend adopting them every day, even if it’s just to dedicate a few minutes to each.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have a coffee…before looking at your smartphone<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

It’s a habit I picked up a few months ago, and I savor my morning coffee 100% while watching the day break from my veranda. I don’t have a big house or much time for myself, but I give myself this moment in the morning to wake up and think positively about my day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is it tempting to check your phone in the morning? At first, yes, I won\u2019t lie to you. But quite quickly, you enjoy your coffee in peace, especially without stumbling upon bad news on Instagram or checking your bank account, for those who are more concerned!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tidy up<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

We agree, there are more exciting activities… yet, there\u2019s nothing better than starting the day in a clean<\/strong> and organized environment. We’re not talking about doing a big clean-up or transforming into Marie Kondo<\/a>, but just tidying up, cleaning the tables, adding incense or candles to create a nice cozy and hygge atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Do a complete beauty skincare routine<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019re awake and, I hope, relaxed? Let\u2019s move on to the skincare<\/em> for a deep dive into self-love<\/em>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start with a shower or a bath. If you have a bathtub, feel free to add a few drops (maximum 10) of true lavender oil to your bath. Known for its calming and antibacterial properties, lavender soothes and, in small doses, helps the skin to heal and regenerate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Essential oils are wonderful tools for beauty and wellness care, but they should be used with caution. Remember to respect the dosages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n