Valentine’s Spikes Online Dating, Plus, The Worst Valentine’s Gifts Ever

Valentine’s Day is today, and while that may be great for anyone in love, but those who aren't are likely feeling the pressure to not be alone, and will do whatever they can to make that happen. 

A new Dating.com survey finds:

·63% of online dating users say they feel lonely during the month of February.

·This could be why 45% say they turn to online dating as a quick fix for their anxiety or sadness.

·In the U.S. online dating activity goes up 33% between February 1st and February 14th.

·Internationally it goes up more than 18% during the same time period.

·Southern states, like Alabama, Texas, West Virginia and Tennessee, see the largest increase in online dating activity as Valentine’s Day approaches. 

·As for those who do have someone to love in their life, you’ll definitely want to think before you buy a gift for your boo, or you may risk not getting lucky on the holiday. The site polled users about the worst Valentine’s Day gifts they ever received, and they include:

·A used candle

·An exes leftover clothing

·Pink shaving cream

·A sports team themed lighter

·Hair ties

·A picture of a gift ordered online that did not arrive in time

·A card themed for the wrong holiday

·A date night coupon

·Sweatpants

·Heart shaped paper clips

·A twenty dollar bill

·A pet goldfish

·Beef jerky bouquet 

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