Thrifty Thinking: Budget-Friendly Valentine's Day Ideas

Valentine’s Day can be pricey. Consumers spend billions on sentimental gestures for their loved ones every year with men typically spending an average $175.61 on gifts, outspending women by almost double (according to the National Retail Federation).

 

Those who can’t shell out the big bucks should not stress. Andrea Syrtash, dating & relationships expert and author of “Cheat on your Husband (With Your Husband),” is available for an interview during which she can provide multiple ways to keep Valentine’s Day impressive, yet inexpensive:

 

·         Be Spontaneous: Keep your relationship fresh by doing things you’ve never done before. Explore a new site or neighborhood you’ve never visited together. Novel experiences release dopamine in our brains and make our connection feel new, and exploring places nearby keeps down the travel expenses.

 

·         Express Yourself: People want to hear why they’re loved! This Valentine's Day, send your significant other a personalized “That's What I Love About You” Skype Video Message. Your partner will never forget the gesture, and it’ll mean more – and cost less – than a store-bought greeting card.

 

·         Sweat the Small Stuff: Research shows that we need five positive interactions to negate one negative interaction, so do small gestures to stay connected. This Valentine’s Day, warm up your partner's car or bring him / her breakfast in bed. Men, do that one ‘honey to do’ chore she has been asking for; it’s a quick way to impress your love.  Don’t underestimate the power of ‘Chore Play’!