Reduce Wedding Stress - Reclaim your life
REDUCE WEDDING STRESS - RECLAIM YOUR LIFE!
You're a bride-to-be, certainly a revered title. Some might even
say the envy of all hopeful marrieds.... But you're
bombarded....
Advertisements, to-do lists, future in-laws, the tiniest of
mundane details - they all demand to be tended to - and the
resulting stress can overpower what's supposed to be a joyous
time period in your life. So how do you reduce stress? Emerge
from the pile of fabric swatches, font styles and contracts and
.....just....breathe. During your engagement, step away from
wedding planning, and take time to enjoy yourself as a fabulous
single woman.
Kicking your heals up and relaxing as your task list expands
exponentially may sound impossible. In reality, allowing
yourself some time to rejouvenate will not only reduce wedding
stress, it will ultimately make your wedding planning more
efficient. Have you ever tried going for a morning run without a
good night's sleep the night before? The same applies to wedding
planning.
Here are some easy methods to reduce wedding stress:
Reclaim your life and your self. What activities comprised your
free time before wedding planning seized your soul? Reading?
Jogging? Shopping? Crafts? Don't let those activities slip; take
that time to yourself and enjoy the relaxation that comes with
doing something that you enjoy. Even if just for a few hours a
week - it will make a world of difference.
Reconnect with friends and loved ones. Has it been weeks or
months since you spoke with your best friend or sister (NOT
about the wedding)? Losing contact is easy when you're busy or
believe loved ones are out of touch with your life. Take some
time to reconnect with your closest friends; ask them about
their lives. Keep them up-to-date on your wedding planning - but
also discuss other aspects of your life. You are a multi-faceted
person, after all.
Cater to someone else for a change. Yes, this is one of the few
times in your life when the attention is solely focused on you
and your life decisions, and you should enjoy your time in the
spotlight. That said, don't get caught up in the selfishness of
being a bride. Do something unexpected for someone else. Take a
break from wedding planning and cook a friend dinner, serve a
meal at your local soup kitchen, babysit for acouple who could
use a break...You will be surprised how good (and relaxed) you
will feel by making others feel appreciated, and you will
immediately reduce stress.
Spend quality time with your fiance. It's sadly ironic that in
the planning of a new life together, couples often struggle to
find quality time with one another in the present. The best way
to begin a marriage on the right foot is to avoid neglecting
your relationship now. Building a life as one should always be
your top priority, (remember - it IS the reason behind the big
party!) so enjoy romantic evenings together and try not to talk
about the wedding. Focus on your relationship and your future
beyond the wedding day.
Above all else, don't lose sight of what's important and don't
lose sight of yourself. Keeping this in mind will reduce wedding
stress - we promise! Savor every moment of your engagement, and
arrive at your wedding positively radiant.
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