How to Get Through Valentine's Day after a Breakup

Had your heart broken? Wish you could hide somewhere till this mushy holiday passes? Here's how to get through Valentine's Day after a breakup.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Things You’ll Need:

• new hair color and style
• new lipstick, blush, eyeshadow, lip liner, eyeliner, lip gloss (guys, you can skip this step if you wish, unless your broken heart has sent you to the arms of the other team, lol)
• a new wardrobe
• new jewelry (get it at thrift shops)
• Basin full of warm water
• Epsom salts
• Exfoliating foot brush
• Scented oils preferably citrus, lavender or patchouli
• Group of your old friends, the ones you didn't see while you were dating
• List of places to go have some fun

Put on Your War Paint

1. Give yourself a makeover, not to console you, but because you deserve it. Guys, get a shave, facial massage (trust me, you will love it) shampoo and style, and a manicure (nothing like having a cute hairdresser or nail tech holding your hand for half an hour). Ladies, get the works: wash and style, highlights, manicure, pedicure and facial.
2. Stride out of the beauty shop like you own the world, head high. Smile at anybody you see. Confidence is contagious and smiles are meant to be spread.
3. Head for the nearest department store, preferably a midscale or upscale one. Try on a variety of looks. Experiment and don't be afraid to sport something different just for fun. Get yourself two or three entire new outfits: shirt or blouse, pants or skirt, shoes, socks or hose, belt and anything else that completes the look. (Guys, Utilikilts are sexy! Give one a try).
4. Put your new look together and go out on the town. You are sexy and single, live it up.

Rings on Your Fingers and Bells on Your Toes

5. Find a basin large enough for your feet to fit comfortably. Fill with warm water.
6. Add Epsom salts and scented oil. Soak feet for ten to fifteen minutes or until water begins to cool.
7. Dry feet thoroughly, especially between the toes. Use your exfoliating brush to scrub away any rough areas.
8. Give yourself a pedicure. Clip toenails and file them smooth, then give each nail a coat of clear nail polish. Guys, this includes you.

Paint the Town

9. Look up your old friends and arrange to go out for the evening. Brainstorm a list of places you want to stop before the night is over and try to hit them all.
10. Sport one of your new looks. Walk into the place like you own it, smile and have fun.
11. Don't worry about making connections. This is your night to relax. If it's going to happen, it will.
12. Put your all into having fun, whatever you are doing. Your attitude will be infectious.

Tips & Warnings

• Don't be afraid to try a totally unusual look.
• Don't soak so long that your skin wrinkles up.
• Don't leave wet areas between toes or you could get athlete's foot.
• Have fun and don't sweat the relationship merry-go-round.