Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and you figured out it's time to become worried. But, let me ask you: do you think that you are going to worry about the right things? Do you really think that bunch of flowers and candies mean love, or even romance?

Of course, there are some things that probably all, or most, people love to be treated with; such as delicious meals, fancy gifts, great parties... . But, you could also take this, as much as any other, opportunity to simply think about your loved one, about your relationship, your life and time together. It's time to give yourself.

Measured in money, this is probably the cheapest alternative someone could find. But, to trully do it, it takes a lot of your will, thinking, time, emotional strenght. Often, it'll turn out that it's easier to buy some flowers and treat your Valentine a dinner.

What does "give yourself" mean? By my understanding it would mean to be deeply involved, completelly focused. To listen, hear, act and react to other person. To share. To let in. To open up.

To teach and to learn. To look into the eyes, take hand, hug, cry and smile.

For all this you need strenght and confidence. You need will, but also a desire. Inspire yourself, and inspire each other. Talk to your partner about your desires, and fears. Talk about your relationship, talk about each other.

Spend some quite personal time with these issues on mind. Remind yourself of the first day you met. Think of how much your partner enriches your life and yourself. Think of how much you've learned from your partner and how much you love him or her. 

...if you trully want to be a great gift for your partner. So, go on, now - take your time, think a bit, rest, meditate. Try being a better person; that's the best gift you can offer. 

P. S. I'm sorry if this article isn't what you expected (if you expected a perfect gift, dinner, date... guide).