We all love chocolate and flowers but they've become a little bit of a cliché for Valentine's Day. Here are some ideas for making this Valentine's Day truly memorable and really romantic.

Get Out of Your Comfort Zone
Couples may love one another deeply but that doesn't mean they enjoy the same things. The classic example is Sports vs. Romance. This year why not change roles on V-Day? If you think attending a basketball game sounds like torture, it may well be that you've never been to one. Take your honey to the game and see what happens. You may love it. If not, you will at least see the joy you've brought your loved one.

Dig Deep and Talk
Especially after many years, couples can become rather silent.  So why not make an effort to talk about something that you've been holding back? What are your hopes and dreams? What gets in the way of achieving them? What are you afraid of? This may sound a little heavy but your vulnerability with your spouse or loved one is a true sign of your love and trust.  

Let Go of Something
You can give your Valentine a gift they will never even know about but will enjoy for years to come. What could be more selfless and romantic than that? Have you been silently chewing on a resentment for a misstep your partner made? Is there a habit of theirs that drives you nuts? Forgive them. Let go of it.  Remember, you're not perfect either. Your behavior will change and, while your partner may not know why, he or she will be forever grateful.

Think About Those Who Need You
We often think that romance is about being alone with the person we love. But most couples also know someone - a single friend, an older relative - who will probably be alone on Valentine's Day. What about having lunch or dinner with them?  You don't need to make a big deal of it but, by reaching out to someone who may not be as lucky in love, you will both get a big boost of self-esteem...and loving oneself is necessary before loving another person.

Break the mold this Valentine's Day and enjoy the amazing human capacity for love.


The Principles
by Patrick Moore
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