Highly overrated. Highly vexatious. Highly irrelevant holiday. Have one in mind yet? If not, then you, my dear reader, must fall into the bottomless pit of nobodies who find Valentine’s Day a romantic, meaningful holiday.

To you, the tradition of chocolates, teddy bears, and flowers is the utmost romantic gesture on the most magical day of the year. But to the rest of us, it has grown old and tiresome. Those like Stefan Bordieanu who are in support of this worthless holiday have some serious re-thinking to do.

Valentine’s Day entices us to waste money on materialistic items. Boyfriends show their love to their girlfriends by giving them a heart necklace to add to their collection of heart necklaces from previous Valentine’s Days, and elementary students exchange their one thousandth Fun Dip during their Valentine Party at school. Over and over, the same things are bought each year. And over and over, everyone expects the same things.

Whether it is from a family member or a significant other, there is not much room for creativity and originality with the items you buy. No one wants to spend a fortune on this holiday, so people can most likely expect the stereotypical box of fattening chocolates, or the stuffed animal that is actually not so stuffed. Why not save your money for something more useful?

At first glance, over-the-top dinners that include pricy steaks and a waiter with a French accent may seem to be everything, but little point exists in the concept. As Mr. Fuhrman would say, “Don’t be that guy.” There is no logic behind spending $300 plus on a meal that will disappear in the pit of your stomach and then in the toilet within two hours. Spend your money wisely. Save it up for something more useful. Or as Stefan suggests, find somewhere cheaper to eat. There is no shame in ordering from a local pizza shop or getting takeout Chinese. If you insist on a “special” dinner, taking the cheaper route is the best way to attempt to enjoy yourself.

While some may “ooh” and “ahh” at couples’ affectionate Instagram posts, I think it may be one of the worst parts that the holiday encompasses. It is heartwarming to see that love exists and people are happy. But even though Stefan admits he’s disgusted by PDA, his support of the holiday only encourages such behavior. The endless smooching pictures are too much, as we get enough of it in the halls at school!

Do we need a designated day to love people and shower them with gifts? Stepping back and taking a more rational look, the concept is odd. Why does society need to dedicate one day a year to romance? Why not express our affection every day, not through material gifts but through genuine words and actions? Of course, flowers, chocolate, and dinner cannot hurt every once in a while. But in those cases, make it special, surprising, and genuine. When it happens on a set day of the year, those things feel forced.

Valentine’s Day has few pros and abundant cons. The tradition has proven to be an insignificant holiday for your significant other. Stop the showering of kisses and chocolates on one day, and show your affection throughout the year.