Spend Valentine's Day Alone

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While all your friends complain about having to buy gifts for their girlfriends (or about having no gift ideas in mind) on Valentine's Day, do you wish you had someone to buy gifts for -- or at least someone to buy gifts for you? Yes, Valentine's Day is the day of love, romance and passion, but that doesn't mean that you don't deserve to make the day memorable.

Even if you won't be receiving chocolates or other goodies, there are plenty of ways to spend Valentine's Day if you're single and still want to have a good time. You don't have to resort to calling an ex-girlfriend to feel "normal" on this day (and if you do call her, you'll likely end up with booty-call remorse). Use this day for lovers to treat yourself to something good, and AskMen.com is here to tell you how to spend Valentine's Day alone.

Treat yourself

Go to a spa, get a massage or check out the new restaurant you've always wanted to try. Sure, the latter suggestion leaves images of a dude sitting like a loser all by himself in a restaurant, but invite some friends and you're sure to have a good time. Get yourself that Gucci shirt you've seen on display for weeks or purchase the cool mags for your car -- treat yourself like gold. No matter what you do as you spend Valentine's Day alone, do what you enjoy doing most and feel good about yourself.

Have a party

Invite all your single friends or those whose dates are unavailable, and have a bash at your bachelor pad. Get some cocktails, appetizers and music going and make the night memorable by taking it easy with your close friends. This is a great option if you don't want to spend Valentine's Day alone.

Go to a party

If you're invited to a party, then go -- with or without a date. No one said that you couldn't participate in Valentine's Day activities if you don't have a Valentine. Who knows, you may leave the party with a "momentary" sweetheart.

Veg out

If you've had a hard day at work and just feel like kicking back and lounging at home, then bring home your favorite meal, watch TV and rent those movies that you've always wanted to watch but never had the chance to. The point is to do whatever you want as you spend Valentine's Day alone, and thank your lucky stars you have the remote all to yourself (although no woman would stand a chance anyway).

There's lots more you can do if you're going to spend Valentine's Day alone...

Tear it up with your buds

Gather up your other unattached friends and have a blast. Go out for drinks, shoot some pool and then cap the night off with some more great manly drinks, music and dirty jokes. Whoever said you need a woman to have fun?

Treat a friend

It takes a pretty big man to let go of his ego and follow through with this tip, so big it up. Valentine's Day is about love and thanks, but it's not necessarily limited to a girlfriend. Go out of your way and do something nice to show your appreciation for a friend, a family member or a coworker who has really been there for you.

Hang out with your favorite female

Spend quality time with the female friend that you feel closest to. Who knows, maybe a night of two lonely souls might lead to more interesting casual encounters. However, be careful when entering this territory with a female friend, as there are a number of pros and cons of casual sex between friends.

Do the usual

Go about your routine, and it'll feel like just another regular day. Go to work, hit the gym, go home, and enjoy your dinner in front of some quality TV. You'll fall asleep, it'll be the 15th of February, and nothing will have changed (except for your abs that are really starting to show thanks to your workout).

make it your day

Valentine's Day is really no different from any other day, and it's simply another commercial holiday. But if you don't want to spend the next Valentine's Day alone, then think about how to avoid becoming an eternal bachelor -- although it's a great life, isn't it?

Get more gift picks, date ideas and relationship advice in our Valentine's Day Guide.