Nobody can do Valentine’s Day celebrations with their significant other, especially if neither of your job locations allows it. Yes, you’re right! Duniya Zaalim! In the age of dating apps, maintaining a long-distance relationship requires a lot more work and unwavering trust in one another. To top it all off, attending any type of festival just makes you want them more. Since Valentine’s Day occurs on a Wednesday this year, not all lovers will be able to celebrate their affection with their significant other. That doesn’t mean you have to cancel the party completely or you’ll start acting like Rachel from F.R.I.E.N.D.S. and saying things like, “This stinks! Being alone yourself stinks! But don’t worry, I’m here to encourage you and wipe your tears or give you something special if you need them.
The most essential thing is to make each other feel unique and linked, obviously towards each other, even when there is a lot of space between you two! Your relationship may be significantly strengthened by shared experiences, even if you are not physically together. Even yet, you ought to respect and cherish your shared love in spite of your separation. But love is something we Indians never lack, and we also know the “jugaad” when things don’t go as planned. Here are some suggestions for celebrating Valentine’s Day while keeping “Digital India” in mind.
Cook Together: If you and your partner are foodies, there’s nothing better than spending time in the kitchen together, even after a long day of work-related stress. Make a food that genuinely reminds you of your past together. P.S. Google is a great resource if you’re not a great chef. Make your respective dinners, have a bottle of wine or a cup of coffee, and talk about your day over the phone. Salutations!
Virtual Movie Date: Yes, it’s an old one, but even with all the new movies and TV shows that were launched on streaming services, it’s likely that neither of you had enough time to watch them or any of the shows you had agreed to see all at once. Now is the perfect moment to keep your word: turn down the lights, put on your headphones, get some popcorn, and watch a movie together. Of course, it will be digital, but isn’t that right?
Gaming Night: Obviously, I mean in the game, if your significant other is an avid player! Surprise them with this concept with their respective clans—WARNING ALERT! Since it’s Valentine’s Day, don’t quarrel if someone loses the game; instead, carry over the argument for the following day, but don’t play it out that day.
Surprises: Arrange a surprise order for them, even if it’s only a card with their favorite chocolates or ice cream. We frequently forget how much they mean to us in our hectic daily schedules, and occasionally we take them for granted without even realizing it. Remind them now that they are the ones you think of when you’re exhausted, even if you’re too busy arguing with your manager or doing the task by the deadline. And good luck if none of these solutions work either!