‘Tis the season of love when every other person is bellowing the tune from Kabusa Oriental Choir, “Valentine is Coming“, preparing to don their red and white outfits and scouring malls and the Internet for gift ideas. Undoubtedly, one will find gift baskets, teddy bears, real or faux red roses, jewellery, and chocolate in storefronts everywhere. But quite frankly, these gifts, though nice and all, come off as typical and lazy, especially to women who are “Valentine Veterans”. Furthermore, women should not sit around simply waiting to see what they will collect. Be forthright with your wishes and never be afraid to treat yourselves!
Here are Eight Gifts just For women this Valentine’s Day.Â
It’s never too late to share this article with your significant other. I have also shared tips for single ladies and those who wish to gift themselves for this Valentine’s Day.
1. Breakfast in Bed
Nothing is more romantic than being served burnt eggs and toast in bed by a nervous guy who absolutely cannot cook. Ok, we would have preferred a picture-perfect meal, but the thought and effort are what will stir us, especially if we are the ones always in the kitchen from dawn to ensure our partner or family is well fed.
TIP: Meal prep the day before to create an exquisite breakfast meal that you have not had time to do lately. You’re always making a quick egg sandwich, so make some fried dumplings and callaloo quiche. And give yourself the option of coffee, tea, or juice and, of course, some fruit in season, and/or breakfast dessert.
2. A Day Off
To others, a day off may seem like an unusual request, but not for women who are always on the grind, women who are responsible for housework and the kids, and women who run their businesses.
TIP:Â Â If your job permits, go ahead and request the day off. Or clear your schedule to focus on self-love and appreciation. Make it your day.
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3. Something to Display
Whether it be a photo canvas, a framed memory, a heart-shaped terrarium for a plant lover, a necklace, or ehem—a shiny car, something of sentimental value to display will rock any woman’s world. We love to show off and revisit memories.
TIP: Splurge on that pair of heels you’ve been eyeing or register for that course that will make your resumé more appealing.
4. Quality time with a partner
The hustle and bustle of life sometimes reduce relationships to quick texts, and/ or kisses and leave us pining for some quality time with our person. No kids, no work, just us!
TIP:Â Call up the ones you love. Meet up for drinks or a games session. Or spend the day doing some self-introspection.
5. Spa Day
Every woman wants and deserves a day at the spa. We want to relax our hair, lay down, and escape into dreamland as magical fingers run up and down our necks, backs, and feet. We want our nails and toes done in cute polish shades. We want to rest and relax.
TIP:Â Set your bubble bath, sprinkle some rose petals and essential oils and soak away cumulative stress. Treat yourself to a Mani/Pedi special.
6. Customized gifts
Women are weary of seeing hearts on cardstock. They want hearts displayed on your sleeves, and for those who will happily accept the cardstock, they may very well fold their arms to generic chocolate. We want gifts that reflect our true selves and gifts that cater to our needs and wants.
TIP:Â Cater to your own needs. Need that new kitchen appliance, gift it to yourself. Order flowers and have them delivered to you. Spend time assessing yourself to know what would truly make you happy this season.
7. Your words
While not all men are outspoken or articulate, we want to hear them express their love and appreciation for us.
TIP:Â Positive self-talk motivates. Self-motivation works best when you talk to yourself in the second or third person. For more self-compassion and self-esteem, say your mantras aloud in the second person. Say ” You are beautiful”, “You will achieve your goals”, “You are loved”.
8. Proposal- The Ring
We want commitment, eternal love, and faithfulness!
TIP:Â Promise yourself that you will be there for you and that you will make yourself the priority; that you will choose yourself and do everything in your power to make yourself happy.
Do these gifts for women ring true?
Ladies, let’s enjoy Valentine’s Day differently this year. Don’t accept generic gifts just because, even if the line in the above song, “You have nobody to call your own”, rings true for your relationship status, know that you will always have you. And you have others who love you too. On this Valentine’s Day, you will demonstrate your self-love.
Happy Valentine’s Day!
