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As some single women assert their independence, suggestions encouraging self-gifting on Valentine’s Day often feel hollow. Many resent the idea that being single necessitates self-pampering. Instead, these women long for authentic connection. The societal pressures that tout self-sufficiency may foster a façade of empowerment, masking the deeper desire for companionship. The dilemma lies in the generational mindset; some women mistake personal independence for relational aptitude, failing to recognize that genuine connections with men require emotional warmth, not just independence.