This is the perfect year to ditch Valentine’s Day and lean into a less pressure-filled holiday. Born from the ancient, mystic sitcom “Parks and Recreation,” the “Galentine’s Day” episode first aired on February 11, 2010. She rebels against the traditional slog of Valentine’s Day and invents a day to rejoice with her girlfriends and celebrate herself. Galentine’s Day, which falls on the day before Valentine’s Day, is for you. “Just as you may give another person a Valentine’s day gift, write a heartfelt card, or spend quality time together, take these practices inward,” she said via email.

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