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Why Valentine's Day can bring up big feelings even when things seem fine
- February 12, 2026 at 1:35 PM
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Valentine's Day is widely associated with romance and celebration, but research shows the holiday also can heighten emotions and expectations in close relationships. For some, it can bring added pressure around how love is expressed. For others, particularly those navigating loss or transition, it can underscore feelings of absence or uncertainty.
Originally published at Phys.org