It's mid-February, the days are longer, storks are back and winter starts to fade away (at least in clothes shops). Any time is good for romance, but this week we have an official occasion: Feb 14, St Valentine's Day. Everybody knows you should give your partner a little something (or else!): a card, chocolates, flowers, a dinner out... But what do you know about the history? Who was Saint Valentine? History.com has a wealth of information. Read this article and see this short video; there are plenty more.Maybe you're wondering: Is this for me? Am I truly romantic? If you want to know for sure, do this short quiz.
Love not only affects our soul, but also our body: our brain does some funny things (no wonder some people are addicted to love). Find out how we lose our mind in this article about the chemistry of love.
If you don't have a partner and you're sick of consumerist rituals, you can still celebrate Singles Awareness Day, or SAD. Learn more here.
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