Propose Day: A day to express hidden feelings

Love is sometimes silent, sometimes bold. Propose Day is the special occasion for finding the courage to express one’s feelings. Observed worldwide on February 8 as the second day of Valentine’s Week, the day offers a unique opportunity for those who have long kept their emotions hidden.

Valentine’s Week celebrates love and romance over seven consecutive days, beginning with Rose Day on February 7 and ending with Valentine’s Day on February 14. As part of this sequence, Propose Day gives love a clear and courageous expression.

History of Propose Day
The idea of Propose Day originates from Western culture. In the 18th and 19th centuries, men in Europe and America would formally propose marriage with a ring. The romantic tradition of proposing on one knee remains popular today. With the growing popularity of Valentine’s Week, Propose Day gained special importance, particularly from the late 20th century.

An opportunity to express love
Propose Day is now widely observed not only in Western countries but also across the subcontinent, including India. It is not only a day to begin new relationships but also an opportunity to strengthen existing ones and make loved ones feel special again.

Many people nurture love in their hearts but lack the courage to express it. For them, Propose Day can be the long-awaited moment. However, consent remains the most important aspect, and expressing feelings with respect and decency defines true love.

Some propose tips:
A proposal does not require grand arrangements. Simple yet heartfelt gestures can convey emotions effectively, such as:

Gifting a handwritten letter or short note expressing feelings

Sharing love through a four-line poem

Spending time at a favourite place and speaking from the heart

Giving a small but meaningful surprise gift

Love is an emotion that cannot be fully expressed in words. Timeless stories such as Romeo and Juliet or Laila and Majnu remind us that love is a deep bond between two hearts. Those who missed giving a rose yesterday still have a chance today. Propose Day offers another beautiful moment to express love, and speaking up today may mark the beginning of a new chapter in life.