The dark truth about Valentine s Day
Valentine s Day is often seen as a festival of love romance and affection Every year millions of people exchange gifts flowers and heartfelt messages However this innocent holiday has a deeper truth hidden beneath it – business, historical violence and social pressure.
- Bloody origin of Valentine’s Day
The origin of Valentine’s Day is far from romantic. History links it to the ancient Roman festival of Loparakeliya, a butyllogical festival held among families. The festival included animal sacrifices, public nudity, and the ritual of killing men and women.
In addition, the holiday is linked to the martyrdom of the Sent Valentine, a priest who challenged the ban of Emperor Claudius II on marriage for soldiers. Valiant arranged secret weddings and killed 14 family members, 269 in all. Although they became lovers, their deaths were far from romantic.
- Business-inspired vacation
Valiant has become one of the most profitable holidays for businesses around the world. In America alone, people spend billions on gifts, cards, chocolates and flowers every year. Big companies exploit emotions, making people believe that expressing love requires expensive gestures.
Popular brands such as the Holmarek, Harshe and Tyfany End companies promote the narrative that love should be measured by material possessions. This pressure creates unrealistic expectations in relationships and promotes the idea that love should be proved by spending money.
- Psychological and emotional stress
While couples are expected to celebrate their love with the whole family, small ones often bring stress, anxiety, and even sadness:
While society glorifies romantic relationships, single individuals can feel lonely or inadequate.
Couples feel pressure to make big gestures, which can lead to mental stress and frustration.
Giving a valiant gift increases the chances of breakup and conflict due to unfulfilled expectations.
Instead of promoting true love, it often promotes insecurity and unrealistic ideals.
- Environmental impact of giving a valiant gift
Giving a valiant gift also has a subtle environmental impact. Consider the waste generated by it:
Over 145 million greeting cards are sold annually (many of which cannot be removed due to glitter and plastic).
The cut flowers that go into the open in a few days contribute to the high carbon emissions from forest cutting and international shipping.
Excessive packaging of chocolate, alcohol and treats, which causes pollution.
Behind the sweet feelings lies a significant historical burden.
- Love should not be limited to a day
Valentine giving promotes the idea that love should be celebrated only within 14 family members, however love is a continuous journey that should be experienced every day. Instead of conforming to business traditions, people should:
Express gratitude to loved ones throughout the year.
Express love in meaningful, personal ways beyond physical gifts.
Focus on experiences and real relationships instead of social expectations.
Conclusion
Valentine’s Day may seem like a celebration of love, but its dark truths highlight a history of violence, corporate greed, emotional stress, and environmental damage. Instead of bowing to mundane traditions, people should embrace a true expression of love that grows beyond one day.
Love should be a daily practice, not a business obligation.
