Woman snubs Tinder matches to 'date herself' and even buys own Valentine's gifts

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Valentine's Day isn't everyone's cup of tea. In fact, most people will tell you the day is actually quite overrated. Now one woman who isn't so keen on February 14 revealed she's snubbed Tinder matches to date herself instead. READ MORE: Dating guru shares 'three Ps' rule that could be key to bagging you a matchAfter spending so many Saturdays on excruciating dates, Claire Kenny, from Wakefield, decided enough was enough.The 47-year-old thought it was time to stop feeling sorry for herself and embrace the single life.And when Valentine's Day comes around each year, Claire gifts herself and enjoys a night in alone.

Speaking to Diamonds Factory UK, Claire hopes to help other singletons combat loneliness ahead of Valentine's Day. She said: "I gradually identified what was missing in my life was not necessarily 'relationship-shaped' and got fed up of feeling sorry for myself."I decided to do everything I could to embrace my single status and build a life I loved, regardless of whether or not I had a partner."I found as my life started to include more of the things I enjoyed doing, I stopped worrying about what I did on Saturday nights."In fact, I found myself looking forward to my 'solo Saturdays'.

Although for many people it's the big night out, for me it's become my precious time to relax and recharge."I cook something lovely, watch what I want on the TV and enjoy my home.

Bliss!"The new found happiness inspired Claire to start helping others who are struggling to cope with being single and she's even scooped over 4,000 followers on Instagram.Claire added: "While happily cooking for myself one Saturday, I had a lightbulb moment: I'd host a #SoloSaturday Instagram Live!"The premise for this was simple; to provide a.