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How to make Valentine’s Day feel special (without overconsuming) / 62
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- Feb 11, 2026
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- 1535
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Summary
If Valentine’s Day has ever made you feel pressured, behind, or annoyed at how expensive it all seems — it’s not just you. In this episode, we’re unpacking how Valentine’s Day became a multi-billion-dollar industry, why it can feel so loaded emotionally (and financially), and how to opt out of overconsumption without opting out of joy. We share the surprising history of Valentine’s Day, the real data behind how much people spend, and how social media fuels comparison spirals. Then we get pers...