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Singles' Day 2024: 5 ways to hug and celebrate today and every other day

Singles' Day 2024: Singles' Day, also known as Double 11, is a Chinese holiday where people indulge in shopping and self-care. The day is dedicated to everyone who is not in a relationship and is traveling alone. Although it can sometimes be stressful not having that special person in your life, Singles' Day focuses on celebrating independence, finding joy in life and embracing happiness.

Singles' Day is about celebrating independence, finding joy in life and being happy. (Unsplash)

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Singles' Day is celebrated every year on November 11th. As we celebrate this special day today, scroll down to find ways to celebrate and nurture your soul.

Learn a new recipe:

Leaen a new recipe. (Shutterstock)
Leaen a new recipe. (Shutterstock)

Instead of sitting at home and brooding over lost relationships, we can use our cooking skills and master a new recipe. Whether we're baking a cake for our loved ones or whipping up a new pasta recipe, it's never too late to learn something new.

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Spa day at home:

Treat yourself to a spa day at home. (Pexels)
Treat yourself to a spa day at home. (Pexels)

We don't always have to burn a hole in our pockets to have a good time. With a few bath bombs, scented candles, flowers and our favorite book we can have a spa day at home in our own bathroom.

Start reading a new book:

Read a new book. (Pexels)
Read a new book. (Pexels)

Instead of complaining about our busy lives and how we never find the time to pick up that book we've been wanting to read for a long time, choose this day to finally start. Snuggle up in a blanket with a new book, enjoy your favorite food and immerse yourself in the world of fantasy.

Film marathon:

Host a movie marathon at home. (Pexels)
Host a movie marathon at home. (Pexels)

A movie day at home can never go wrong. Immerse yourself in nostalgia with a movie marathon at home and watch your favorite films back to back. Slip into your comfy pajamas and celebrate yourself.

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Journaling:

Write your thoughts in a journal. (Pexels)
Write your thoughts in a journal. (Pexels)

If you want to write down your thoughts, goals, ambitions and challenges, find a cozy corner in the house and start journaling. It helps clear your head and make better plans for the future.