Here are some fresh ideas for Valentine’s Day, no matter what your relationship status.

Start a Tradition

Establishing a tradition will allow you and your loved one to bond and give you something to look forward to every year. In addition, if you want to avoid some of the stress that comes with making reservations at popular restaurants and deciding on unique date ideas, traditions give you something to rely on. If you both enjoy music, head out to concert and vow to repeat some form of this every year. If you always eat out, try cooking a meal at home together. Get a recipe that appeals to you, shop for ingredients, whip up dinner, and enjoy the time together. Encourage friendly competition by cooking secret recipes for each other—and judging which one is better. On the other hand, if eating out is more of a privilege for you and your loved one, make reservations at a swanky restaurant and enjoy the luxury. Be sure that your tradition is special to you both because it will prove more meaningful in years to come.

Spend a Night with the Girls

If you are single on Valentine’s Day, get with your single ladies and let loose! Don’t dread this day; instead make it work for you because after all, Valentine’s Day is not only for lovers, but also for friends. Have a spa day with your best friends, dress up in that va-va-voom dress and head out for a night of fun. To switch things us, don’t accept any numbers, or on the other hand, see how many you can score. If staying in is preferred, rent a few movies with everyone’s “dream man” and have a Hugh Grant or Patrick Swayze marathon! Surrounding yourself with people that you love being with will make this day one worth repeating!

Treat Yourself

Fulfill a longtime dream or goal of yours with someone you care for: a parent, best friend, lover or spouse. Do something that you have always wanted to do, but have not yet done. If you have always wanted to go bungee jumping or scuba diving, seek places that offer these activities. You will be treating yourself by doing something that you truly want to. As a plus, a Valentine’s Day discount may be in store. Moreover, Valentine’s Day can be one where you reward yourself—for being amazing! Splurge on the item that you have been gazing at in the store or online, or have a second helping of the luscious red velvet cake from your office party. Think “It’s my day and I can choose to do something for myself because I deserve it.”