Tag: valentines day

Dealing with Grief and Loss This Valentine’s Day

February 8, 2021 Avalon Malibu Mental Health Alternative Treatment Holidays

Valentine’s is portrayed as a day for celebrating love and happiness with your significant other, but it can bring up a mix of sad emotions for those who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Anticipating, identifying, and knowing… Read More ›

What Valentine’s Day Is About

February 7, 2020 Avalon Malibu Mental Health Recovery Holidays

Each year, Valentine’s Day reels in billions of dollars. On average, each person in the United States spends over $100 on jewelry, cards, chocolates and more. So many gifts are given on this day, especially as those in relationships seek… Read More ›

How Valentine’s Day Can Trigger Relapse for Those in Addiction Recovery

February 9, 2019 Avalon Malibu Holidays Addiction Recovery

Around this time of year, Valentine’s Day can be triggering for those in addiction recovery. Billboards depict champagne and large gatherings, while television shows and commercials begin highlighting romance. For a person who is focusing on themselves and their sobriety,… Read More ›

3 Self-Care Tips You Can Use This Valentine’s Day

February 7, 2019 Avalon Malibu Addiction Recovery Holidays

Self-care has been quite the buzzword lately, but it’s nonetheless important because all too often, we forget to take care of ourselves on the most basic of levels. We stress, worry, ruminate, and meanwhile forget to feed our mind and… Read More ›

What is Valentine’s Day Really Supposed to be About?

February 7, 2018 Avalon Malibu QA

The National Retail Foundation, as explained by ABC News, has stated that Valentine’s Day is expected to reel in about $18.2 billion. This equals to an average of $136.57 per person each year on Valentine’s Day candy, cards, flowers, and… Read More ›