Either way, if you’ve ever wondered why there’s suddenly a day dedicated to giving stuffed animals, here’s the breakdown.
February 7 – Rose day
It all starts with flowers. red roses mean love, yellow is for friendship, white is for new beginnings, and pink is for admiration. basically, if someone gives you a red rose, they’re into you. if it’s yellow, they’re playing it safe.
Florists love this day because prices magically double. and if you’ve ever been the person frantically buying last-minute flowers, you know the struggle.
February 8 – Propose day
This is when people work up the courage to confess their feelings or even pop the question. not everyone wants a big, dramatic proposal, though. sometimes, it’s just a casual “hey, i like you” over coffee, which honestly feels way less stressful.
And let’s be real—some people use this day to propose plans for pizza, which is a kind of love, too.
February 9 – Chocolate day
Finally, a day that makes sense. chocolate day is exactly what it sounds like: an excuse to eat (or gift) chocolate. the best part? you don’t need a relationship for this one. friends, coworkers, your neighbor—you really can’t go wrong.
Plus, science says chocolate boosts serotonin, aka the happy chemical. so technically, eating an entire box is self-care.
February 10 – Teddy day
This one’s a little on the cute (or cheesy) side. teddy day is when people give each other stuffed animals. some folks have entire collections from over the years. others... pretend they don’t like it but secretly keep that bear forever.
And if you think stuffed animals are just for kids, try hugging one after a long day. instant comfort.
February 11 – Promise day
It’s all about making promises—not just big, serious ones, but little ones, too. couples promise to always be there for each other, friends promise to keep each other’s secrets, and some people promise themselves they’ll finally go to the gym. (sure.)
The thing about promises? saying them is easy. keeping them is the real deal.
February 12 – Hug day
Sometimes words aren’t enough, and that’s where hugs come in. a good hug can fix a bad day, calm your nerves, and make life feel a little better.
Science even backs this up—hugs release oxytocin, aka the “bonding hormone.” ever had one of those long, solid hugs that just melts your stress? yeah, that’s the good stuff.
February 13 – Kiss day
Basically a warm-up for valentine’s day. kiss day is about showing affection, whether it’s a kiss on the forehead, cheek, or lips. it doesn’t have to be romantic—family, pets, even a respectful air kiss all count.
Also, fun fact: kissing is good for your health. it reduces stress and can even boost your immune system. so technically, it’s medicinal.
February 14 – Valentine’s day
And then, of course, we get to the big one. some people go all out—romantic dinners, handwritten love notes, fancy gifts. others keep it chill or skip it entirely.
Not everyone loves valentine’s day, and that’s fine. some feel pressured to plan something huge, others don’t like the commercial side of it, and some just use it as an excuse to stay home with their favorite takeout.
At the end of the day, it’s really just about making the people you love feel special. whether that’s your partner, your friends, your family, or yourself, there’s no wrong way to do it.And if nothing else, there’s always discounted chocolate tomorrow.