From the editor
ilove you. Yep, you. You right there. Whether this is the first issue of Cosmo you’ve bought, or the 500th. Whether you’re one of the millions who read Cosmopolitan.com/uk or follow us @CosmopolitanUK on social media. Whether you watch our YouTube videos or come to our events. Hi. You’re great. And I love you. Because reading, watching or following Cosmopolitan makes you part of our club. Except, unlike most clubs, you can totally wear trainers and falling asleep in the corner at 10pm is very much encouraged.
Valentine’s Day felt like a good time to tell you how I feel about you. To tell you I really appreciate you. That I think you’re great. You’re funny. You’re clever. You’re not afraid to challenge the way you think, or debate important issues. You want to have adventures, be happy and love fiercely. You want to be a force for good in the world around you. You believe in lifting other women up and you’re a proud champion of equality.
I love you for that. For being brave, for being kind and for being a bloody good laugh. How do I know you’re all of those things? Because you’ve picked up this magazine. And I’m so glad you did. It’s our meet-cute, if you will. I wish I could send you all chocolates this Valentine’s Day, but take this letter, and this issue, as your card.
This month, we’re all about self-love. Whether that’s taking a mood-boosting mini break (p128), nailing the interview for a job that’ll make you happy (p64), finding the time to exercise when life is hectic (p34) or just treating yourself to a new outfit (p48).
If anyone knows the value of self-care, it’s our cover star Lena Dunham (p74). The last two years have seen her face a major break-up, check into rehab and undergo a hysterectomy. So we settled in for a duvet day with Lena, who opens up on what she’s learned about love, health and happiness.
Whether you’re spending 14th February with friends, family, a partner or a pet, don’t forget to spend at LEAST the other 365 days of the year loving yourself.
PS: I hope I get to see you at the same time next month. And just in case you’ve forgotten, you’re, like, really pretty.