Valentine's Day comes with pressure for almost every guy, whether you're single, in a relationship, or somewhere in between.
I've experienced Valentine's Day from both sides. I've been single for most of my life, and I've also been in relationships. And I can honestly say they're completely different experiences, but they're both stressful in their own way.
If you're single, Valentine's Day can feel like a reminder of what you don't have. If you're in a relationship, it can feel like pressure to get everything right. And when Valentine's Day falls on a weekend, that pressure feels even heavier.
In this episode, I talk about why Valentine's Day brings up so much for guys and how to take the pressure off without ignoring how you actually feel. I break down the mindset behind the holiday, how social media makes it worse, and why this one day can make you question where you're at in your life or dating life.
For single guys, I share how to get through Valentine's Day without spiraling, doom-scrolling, or forcing something that doesn't feel right, and how to reframe the day in a way that actually helps you move forward.
For guys in relationships, I talk through simple, realistic ways to show effort and care without stressing yourself out or overcomplicating the day, and what actually matters versus what doesn't.
This episode is about easing pressure, reframing expectations, and remembering that wanting love, connection, or something more is normal and not something to beat yourself up over.
If Valentine's Day makes you feel anxious, frustrated, lonely, or just a little off, this episode is here to make it feel lighter.
Timestamps
00:00 – Why Valentine's Day feels heavier
01:15 – The pressure every guy feels
02:35 – Why it hits single guys harder
05:45 – What not to do when you're single
10:30 – Reframing Valentine's Day
15:30 – Pressure in relationships
18:10 – What actually matters
21:20 – Simple ways to do it right
26:10 – Taking the pressure off
29:10 – Final thoughts
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