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Love Bites: Mindful Eating for a Heartfelt Valentine’s Day

0 We all know Feb 14th as the day you mindlessly shove chocolates, creamy pasta, and wine with your lover. It’s tempting to go all out on the eating aspect of your date. Although it is a time to celebrate your love with them, eating mindfully to enjoy peace is still better.  But what is “eating mindfully?” What does it mean to eat mindfully? It means to eat with your consciousness as well as your mouth. Count every bite, and be aware of what you’re consuming. After all, you are what you eat. Okay, So How Do You Eat Mindfully? Make it Personal, Make it Memorable! Don’t confuse mindful eating with depriving yourself. It’s about improving your devouring experience more healthily. When you focus on quality ingredients, relish each bite, and connect with your partner, a simple mealtime becomes a romantic experience. Let’s create more moments to cherish this Valentine’s Day instead of just munching away without thinking.

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Heartbreak & Valentine’s Day: What to do?

0 Valentine’s Day is a day when love is in the air. Lovebirds are in a euphoric state, while the broken hearts curse their exes. They find it a foul reminder of their loneliness. We know that it’s hard to deal with heartbreak, especially when everyone around you is falling head over heels celebrating love. But guess what? There is no need to feel sorry for yourself. Here’s what you can do to cope with the feelings instead: Remember, healing from heartbreak takes time. Valentine’s Day doesn’t need to be a day to sulk in the corner just because you don’t have a partner. Be gentle with yourself and trust that brighter days are ahead, even if they seem out of reach. You are worthy of love and happiness on Valentine’s Day and every day after that.

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Beyond the Box of Chocolates: Gift Experiences They’ll Never Forget!

0 It’s that time of the year again – when friends turn into lovers, lovers turn into something more, and when you need to bust out your credit card to make her happy, Valentine’s week. We all know that gifts are expensive, not to mention the standards of gifting. But, put those boxes of chocolates down for a moment and consider gifting your significant other a good time instead of a good thing. Here are ways to celebrate Valentine’s week without burning a hole through your pockets. Finding Affordable Destinations Hey, now, affordable does not mean cheap. Travelling with a light budget doesn’t mean degrading the quality of your date. Hold on momentarily and scour the internet – find out where the buzz is. Find famous tourist spots that could work as a great romantic evening. Depending on the location, you could go to a remote area, which is beautiful and very affordable. So, do your homework! Embracing the Spirit of Adventure Travelling for a date can be educational, too! By choosing a budget area, you can learn a lot about the world’s various cultures with your significant other. Instead of booking a 5-star hotel in Paris, consider hikes and explorations. From picnics to camps and exploring the people’s cultures, peacefulness can be an incredible journey. Maximizing Savings with Smart Planning Boats are maintained before being put in the water to ensure they don’t leak, so why not plan your trips before everything goes south? Take advantage of budget airlines and book hotels through platforms that give you discounts – make sure your boat doesn’t sink before it sails. Heck, cook your food with your significant other – bond over cooking with locally produced ingredients. Cherishing Simple Pleasures Maybe they want to spend time with you and don’t care where. Sure, try to ensure you have fun with your love, but remember that small gestures send the “I love you” for you. Whether it’s a homemade meal at a homestay, heck, or even stargazing on the terrace of some building, bonding also happens in these little moments. Sometimes, the small things leave the biggest mark. This Valentine’s Day, consider adopting the attitude of affordable travel and embarking on a voyage of affection and discovery with your important companion.

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Valentine’s Day 2024: Stunning Celebrity-Inspired Outfits to Impress Your Love!

0 It’s never easy to choose a strikingly perfect dress that can make your lover stare open-mouthed at you. The more elegantly you dress, the more magnetic you become! From Alia Bhatt to Janhvi Kapoor, there are stunning celebrity-inspired outfits to outshine on Valentine’s Day. So let’s dive into ideas if you’re super excited to impress your lover. Alia Bhatt’s Burgundy Gucci Playsuit  If you’re someone who prioritises comfort wearing over-flare and bouncing long outfits, this one is definitely for you. You can match it with embellished moccasin shoes like that Alia Bhatt wore to add an extra touch of elegance. Why not outshine in burgundy like a classy woman when others soak themselves in the usual red hue? From going to “dinner parties” to “picnicking” on Valentine’s Day, this playsuit is comfortably suitable for all occasions.  Kiara Advani’s Red Bodycon Outfit Kiara Advani’s romantic red bodycon dress designed by Magda Butrym is a spellbinding outfit to choose for Valentine’s day. This strapless body-hugging outfit looks glamorously fierce and feminine. Match it with red heels and lipstick like Kiara Advani to look more stylish. Let your lover’s eyes be soaked in the red hue of love!  Suhana Khan’s Dark Floral Print Dress Suhana Khan’s taste in fashion is strikingly impressive, being stylish while maintaining simplicity. And this figure-hugging black floral dress with a V neckline is perfect for date nights and partying. Just like Suhana Khan, glamming up your face with minimal makeup, like coating your lips in nude shade can make you feel free and comfortably stylish.  Vaani Kapoor’s Floral Mini Dress What could be more stunning and perfect than a red dress bathed in floral print for Valentine’s day? Grab all the attention with Vaani Kapoor ‘s elegant style. This red floral strapless dress from the shelves of Magda Butrym comes with a sweetheart neckline.  Matching with super-high thigh boots and sheer stockings will definitely make you stand out. Janhvi Kapoor’s Lace Corset Dress  Janhvi Kapoor’s latest post on Instagram in red lace corset maxi dress is currently trending for the romantic vibe it spreads. This dress from clothing brand Rasario is crafted in a seductive, body-fitting style, lace-embroidered in corset with off-shoulder and skirt in a mermaid style. For an extra touch of romance, you can glam up your face with rosy blush and deep rose pink lipstick. 

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Chocolate Fondue To Frozen Yoghurt Bark: Easy, Delectable Desserts To Try!

0 Valentine’s day is incomplete without capping off the day with a detectable dessert. Sweet treats while chit-chatting sweet words can delightfully dip your heart in love. From Chocolate Fondue to Mug Cake to Frozen Yoghurt Bark, there are easy peasy recipes for those who are lazy and noob at cooking to try. After all, whipping up a homemade dessert is an act of love. So get in your apron, and try these luscious desserts with the magical touch of your love. Chocolate Fondue It’s the easiest classic dessert to whip up and dip in love. Combine heavy cream, chocolate, sugar and butter over a low to medium heat. Stir to get it smoothly melted, and transfer the velvety chocolate to a stunning bowl or cup, along with dippers like strawberries, marshmallows etc.. Now you can feed your love to make his/her heart go pitter patter. Yoghurt Parfait Parfait is a perfect dessert to showcase your love in layers of sweetness. Take a clear glass to lusciously layer Greek yoghurt with crunchy granola and fresh fruits like strawberry, blackberry and blueberry. If you want to add an extra layer of sweetness, you can top it with  either honey or melted chocolate.   Chocolate Mug Cake It is such a delightful dessert to bake your lover’s heart as fluffy and moist as the mug cake. Combine cocoa powder, flour, sugar and milk in a mug and microwave for minutes. Before serving, don’t forget to top it with whipping cream to add an extra touch of sweetness.  Fruits and Nuts Platter This effortless dessert is for the ones who are noob at cooking. Be as creative as you want while arranging the platter with fruits and nuts. Top it with honey, maple syrup or melted chocolate or fig jam. You can even drizzle whipping cream. It’s all up to you when it comes to drizzling your partner with the sweetness of love!  Frozen Yoghurt Bark Why not make your Valentine’s day hilariously unique with this healthy, detectable dessert? All you need is yoghurt to top it with whatever is there in your refrigerator. Take a baking sheet to spread the yoghurt, drizzle nuts or crunchy granola, chocolate, the slices of strawberry and raspberry or any fruit of your choice. Let it freeze, and then break into pieces before serving to savour. 

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Haven’t Yet Found Your Love? Here’s How Singles Can Celebrate Valentine’s Day! 

0 Being single and scrolling through Instagram flooded with the exquisiteness of romantic relationships can be excruciating. But have you ever thought of the freedom and flexibility you’re enjoying? From “getting more time to yourself” to “having overall control”, singlehood is a hilariously empowering experience. Fall in love with your mere existence, and treat yourself the way you longed to be treated. Here are a few ways to celebrate this Valentine’s Day to the fullest. Treat Yourself Better Treat yourself better by indulging in a self-care routine. Take a long meditative bath, get in your comfortable attire, write down “how you’re feeling” and lounge in your cozy bed to read your favorite book. If you’re a movie enthusiast, pull the curtain down and flip on your room mode into a movie den to immerse in the movie. Prepare Your Favourite Food All you need is to impress yourself. Run to the kitchen, take out all the ingredients and bake while imagining you’re being filmed. Make the whole process aesthetically appealing and enjoy the baking to the fullest. Don’t forget to light up the candles before devouring your delectable cuisine.  Take Yourself For Dinner  Take yourself out for dinner. Dining alone is truly a magical experience where you don’t have to engage in conversation, you’re free to completely indulge in the flavour, aroma and aura of the restaurant.  Daniel Craig once said, “If you have the power to eat alone in a restaurant, or sit alone in a cinema, then you’ve the power to do anything you want in life”. Why not take it as a challenge? Hang Out With Friends Spend some time with your friends. Whether it be to sip coffee at an artistic cafe, to joyfully run into the rhythmic beach water slightly bathed by the evening sun or to dance out all your worries at a club. Indulge in crafting beautiful memories of friendship that can last forever.  Or Embark On A Solo Journey  What about being all wanderlusty? Pack up and head for a solo trip. Whether it be to the nearest lake or the farthest Himalayas,  it’s all about discovering oneself. Or simply grab your blanket, favorite book and basket to brim it with biscuits, cakes, and chocolates to picnic in the park. From quieting your mind to letting yourself romanticise the little things, picnicking is rejuvenating. 

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Gadget Gifts To Surprise Your Partner On Valentine’s Day!

0 Gifting each other a token of love is the inevitable part of Valentine’s Day. Isn’t it beautiful to dive into each other’s likes and dislikes to come up with thoughtful gifts that can sacredly keep the memory of love? In this modern tech-driven world where everyone is busy upgrading and scampering for the latest gadget, choosing a tech gadget for gifting is an option you’ll never regret. From Kindle Paperwhite to Nintendo Switch Lite, here is a list of useful gadgets to upgrade your love’s heart to a sea of unconditional love.  Kindle Paperwhite  If your partner is a voracious reader, surprising them with a Kindle Paperwhite will make your lover’s heart flutter. Paperwhite is comfortably larger than Kindle, and it comes with waterproof reading. This ebook reader offers the unique feature of adjusting warmth along with brightness, marvelously replicating the experience of reading an actual book. It also comes with exceptionally long battery life that can last up to 10 weeks. Rocketbook Smart Reusable Book Rocketbook is a smart notebook perfect for a partner who loves writing or journaling. This eco-friendly smart reusable notebook comes with a Pilot Frixion pen to write and a microfiber cloth to wipe clean the page after writing, thus replicating the experience of traditional writing. It also comes with the option to digitally organise and store your writings by saving them. Unlike other typical books, the paper type of this book is a dotted grid. HidrateSpark Steel Smart Water Bottle Let your partner stay hydrated with the HidrateSpark Steel Smart Water Bottle! This uniquely designed water bottle glows up in the bottom to remind one to drink water with the help of an LED Smart sensor puck. It also sends notifications on the phone as it can be connected via Bluetooth.  Another striking feature is that it can astonishingly keep drinks cold for up to 24 hours. From tracking the water intake to tailoring daily water intake goals, it paves the way for a better healthier life.  Nintendo Switch Lite This is for the one who loves beating time by immersing in games. Nintendo Switch Lite being the dedicated handheld play can be comfortably carried to anywhere they want. Though it is cheaper, it has the same incredible library as Nintendo Switch Games.  The Lite version comes in five attractive colors: blue, turquoise, coral, grey, and yellow.

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Hill Stations Down South To Visit This Valentine’s Day! (For Lovey-dovey Couples)

0 What’s more romantic than holding hands and leisurely strolling through the lush green of a magical, misty mountain? From Munnar to Kodaikanal, South India is fantastically brimming with perfect romantic destinations. So if you’re planning for a fairytalish celebration this Valentine’s Day, here are a few South Indian Hill Stations to fill your heart to the brim with love. Munnar, Kerala Munnar, also known as “Kashmir of South India”, is a perfect getaway for lovey-dovey couples. The lush green carpet of tea plantations, the picturesque view from misty mountains,  the mesmerizingly rhythmic waterfalls, the blue sprinkles of Neelakurinji flowers and finally, the delectable cuisine of Malabar. The places to visit in Munnar are Echo Point, Atukkad Waterfalls, Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, Tea Gardens, Rose Garden, Mattupetty Dam etc. Vagamon, Kerala Vagamon bathed in lush greenery and utmost tranquillity is a place where the breeze sweeps in and drowns one’s heart in love. Vagamon’s pine forest with lined up trees, the rustling of leaves, the fragrance spread by gentle breeze is a fairytalish spot to stroll around with your significant other. Vagamon Meadows, Marmala Waterfall, Vagamon Falls and Mundakayam Ghat are some places to visit in Vagamon.  Coorg, Karnataka  Coorg, the Scotland of India, is a scenic place spilling the fragrance of coffee here and there. The emerald green hills of Coorg soaked in misty serenity is a perfect spot to stroll through and sip a warm cup of coffee to feel the warmth of love. Coorg offers jeep safari, thrilling trekking, river rafting, microlight flying. Let your Valentine’s day be more adventurous!  Ooty, Tamil Nadu Ooty, the Queen of Hill Stations, is another picturesque place to soak your heart in love. This scenic place has recently got bathed in fantastically frosty climate, thus making Ooty a “Mini Kashmir”. From Botanical Gardens to Doddabetta Peak, Ooty is blanketed with layers of love. Some of the spectacular spots in Ooty are Thread Garden, Emerald Lake, Catherine Falls and Kotagiri.  Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu  Kodaikanal crowned as “the Princess of Hills”, is a mesmerising spot filled with cascading waterfalls, bizarre trees with twisted roots protruding out, lakes rich in flora and fauna etc.. Kodaikanal’s pine forest is known for being the abode of hundreds of pine trees. From cycling, bird watching to rowing boats, this scenic place will give you memories that can last a lifetime. 

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Breadcrumbing To Paperclipping: Terms You Should Know Before Dating!

0 Isn’t it excruciating to scramble out of a broken relationship? The more you are sensitive, the more you feel broken. From Breadcrumbing to Zombieing, these dating terms will help you and keep you aware of modern dating. So here’s a list of terms to know before leaping into dating.    Breadcrumbing Breadcrumbing is when someone keeps appearing with flirtatious messages but without the real intention to follow the relationship. It’s often done by exes when you’re trying to move on. Pocketing Pocketing is when your partner hesitates to introduce you to his/her family, despite being in a relationship for a long time. Maybe they’re not interested in a long-term relationship.  Wokefishing  What if someone is just pretending to be a supporter of the same political and social views you have in an attempt to attract you and trap you? That’s wokefishing! Don’t trust the person behind the screen. Orbiting  Your partner has ghosted you with the intention to stop the relationship,  but continues orbiting around your social media by liking and viewing your posts. That’s orbiting!  Roaching  Roaching is cheating! If you ever find someone who secretly dates multiple people without informing his/her new lover, that’s roaching!  Eclipsing  Eclipsing is when someone dangerously gets out of their comfort zone to fit in with the partner’s personality traits. This can eventually scrape off one’s identity and dreams. Benching  With benching, you stay as a mere option. Your Partner neither wants to get truly committed nor wants to completely remove you. Thus, keep fuelling love only to keep you as an option. Textlationship Textlationship is a relationship that lives solely through texting. Partners in textlationship rarely meet in person. The rise of innumerous dating apps have fuelled textlationships.  Groundhogging  Groundhogging is going after the same kind of people but by expecting different results only to end up being shattered again and again.  Zombieing  Zombieing is the amalgamation of fleabagging and ghosting. If your ex shows up after ghosting as if nothing really happened, then they’re zombieing you. Sober Dating  This allows you to avoid drugs and alcohol while dating in an attempt to water an authentic relationship by being present in the moment with a clear mind.  Paperclipping  Paperclipping can be deeply frustrating. Even after cutting off the relationship, they show up only to make themselves feel better by sending sporadic messages, but then disappear again. 

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Ultimate Home-Decor Ideas for a Fantastic Valentine’s Day!

0 Do you have any fantastic plans for decorating your home this Valentine’s Day? How can you transform your home into a cozy heaven filled with warmth, love, and happiness? Let your creative mind sprinkle every corner of your house with a touch of your affection and romance. Create the perfect ambiance to elevate your home into a sanctuary of romantic delight, which will surely surprise your partner! Here are the tips.  The Romantic Colour Palette If you want your home to be filled with love and joy, pick the hues that reflect those emotions. Visual cues can amplify specific feelings. Picking gentle, pastel hues for the bedroom walls would be fantastic. Go for soft pink, yellow, and lilac hues and a mix of contrasting shades to elevate the sensitivity. Coordinating the colors of your drapes, bedspreads, pillows, and covers is a great idea.  Display Fresh Flowers Put fresh, lovely flowers in your flower pots for a decorative display. Bouquets, especially roses, are the main part of Valentine’s Day. Arrange them beautifully on the tables for a subtle appearance. Diy With Delight DIY decorative items are unique gifts you can give your special someone, adding a personal touch that reflects your love and commitment. You can choose anything that your partner likes. It can be a beautiful handmade card, a painting, a heart-shaped calendar, photo albums of cherished moments, surprising explosion boxes, etc.  The Wall Of Love Update your gallery wall with beautiful photos of you and your partner. Add photos of specific places you’ve visited together and adorn the wall with a phrase, poem, or song you love.  Shelter Under A Cozy Canopy Arrange a comfy corner canopy bed where you both can sit. You can select soft pastel hues for the canopy and spruce up the corner with fresh flowers, indoor plants, and cozy string lights to set the tone. Set up a fragrant candle and a music system next to the bed.  Table For Romantic Dinner Set your table to enjoy a romantic candlelight dinner together. A table mat embellished with heart-shaped laces and red napkins would look perfect. Place candle holders, new plates, and wine glasses on the table. Arrange a crystal flower pot with a bouquet of red roses as the centerpiece.  The Embellishments Of Love Use heart-shaped balloons and ribbons for ceiling decorations. You can choose red balloons and ribbons and hang them from the ceiling. Crystal adornments are also an excellent choice to spice up the ambiance. You may make a heart-shaped arch out of balloons by affixing them together. Use mason jars, heart-shaped ornaments, colorful beads, craft papers, etc, to create lovely decorations. Shelf ledges, corner stands, or countertops are good places to put these ornaments for visual impact. With these whimsical and romantic decorating ideas for your house, you and your loved one will experience an even more magical and unforgettable Valentine’s Day.

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