It's often been said, (at least I hear it said a lot) that Valentine's Day should more appropriately be referred to as "Singles' Awareness Day."I don't know that I really agree with that. It seems like the response of people that are bitter towards those that have found love in their lives, and that seems a little ridiculous. Shouldn't we be celebrating love wherever it is found? Love is the single most important emotion anyone can feel, so why are we so bitter when others feel it?
The short answer in my opinion, is that most people are whiners. Our society has become one that complains about our problems instead of going out to fix them. Now I for one, feel no shame in admitting that I am single. Mostly because I recognize that my current relationship status is a direct result of a lack of effort on my part. I have not felt the burning urge to go and find someone to be with, and so I haven't.
And that, to me, is the crux of the issue. Anyone in this world could go out today and find someone that they could build a relationship with. If we truly felt that desire we would find ways to make it happen.
So what it comes down to is that every Valentine's Day we all have to sit around listening to the whining of people that are complaining about a problem that is entirely of their own making. No one is forcing anyone to be single. You make the choice yourself. So if you're feeling a little lonely this Valentine's Day, then make the decision that next year will be different, and follow through. The power of our own choices is what makes us incredible. And I truly believe that everyone can be incredible.
