Valentine's Day is fast approaching. Cue the soppy statuses, Instagram updates of 'boy did good' and Snapchats of romantic meals for two. Vom. So, instead of spending 14th February crying into a bottle of vodka (hey, we all know it ain't going to be chocolates!) just take a moment to appreciate why it's totally amazing being single...

1. Netflix & Chill Is Actually Netflix & Chill

gif c/o: giphy.com Seriously, nothing is ruining Making a Murderer for me today!

2. Hairy Legs Are Totally Fine

gif c/o: giphy.com Which means an extra layer of fur to keep you cosy around winter. Bonus.

3. You Don't Have To Share Food

gif c/o: giphy.com A large pizza for one please. No plates necessary.

4. Starfishing

gif c/o: giphy.com No snoring, no getting squashed, just absolute bed heaven.

5. Crazy Nights Don't Need Explaining

gif c/o: giphy.com Coming home to your friends in last night's clothes.  They don't judge,  a boyfriend or girlfriend probably would though. Just sayin'.

6. It's Always About Me, Me, Me

gif c/o: giphy.com Now, who can top that!

7. You Don't Have To Spend Weekends Pretending To Like His/Her Friends

gif c/o: giphy.com Faking smile for hours on end is just bad for your face.

8. More Money To Spend On Yourself

gif c/o: giphy.com And no one to judge what you spend it on...

9. No One Can See Your Really Bad Habits

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10. There's Nothing Gross Lying Around Your House. This Goes For Both Sexes!

gif c/o: giphy.com A stray eyelash, a dirty pair or boxers. Whatever it is, if it's not yours, it's gross.

11. Social Media = Safe Area (Kinda)

gif c/o: giphy.com It's totally fine to stalk that hottie you met in a bar the other night and 'accidently' like their photo without getting in trouble. Just don't go 42 weeks deep, no one can save you from that.

12. The Single World Is Your Oyster

gif c/o: giphy.com You've got time to be picky and play the field. Enjoy it while it lasts. Safely, obviously.