Source: Tony Jurich, 785-532-1488, jurich@k-state.edu
http://www.k-state.edu/media/mediaguide/bios/jurichbio.html
News release prepared by: Katie Mayes, 785-532-6415, kmayes@k-state.edu

Monday, Feb. 8, 2010

For Valentine's Day:
K-STATE EXPERT SAYS SINGLES CAN -- AND SHOULD -- REVEL IN THE VALENTINE'S DAY CELEBRATION

MANHATTAN -- Those without a sweetheart this Valentine's Day need not drown their sorrows in heart-shaped boxes of chocolate. Kansas State University relationship expert Tony Jurich says instead, singles should make light of the traditionally couples holiday.

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At the very least, Jurich said those who are single should plan a distraction like going to a movie -- though he warns against a romance. He also said that Valentine's Day is a horrible time for a first date or blind date because the expectations are too high.

Jurich also has advice for the recently single or those who are prone to think about old flames on Valentine's Day.

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Then spend the evening naming one advantage for every disadvantage there is to being single on Valentine's Day, he said.

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