In a perfect world, the most perfect day of your life will spring into action on its own accord.
Without you barely having to lift a finger, every last detail will miraculously fall into place, and all you will need to do is slip on the dream dress and dance the night away.
However, unfortunately this simply is not the case, and as much as you are floating on cloud nine after getting that all-important proposal, we are most definitely not living in a perfect world.
Stress can get to the best of us, and when you throw into the mix the added pressure of planning an event for potentially hundreds of guests, whilst also considering what it is exactly that you and your betrothed want, it can make the strongest of women crumble.
So here are some top tips for you on how to rid your mind of any stresses or worries you might have, and how exactly to relax before your wedding day.
Give Yourself Enough Time
One of the biggest concerns for a first-time bride is the planning stage of the wedding or, more specifically, running out of time to perfectly execute all aspects of the most important day of your life.
With the average engagement lasting anywhere between 18 months and 2 years, there really is no rush to get down the aisle.
We understand how tempting it is to just book it – at the end of the day, you have been waiting all of your life for this special person, and now that it is all officially happening, you are bound to just want the big day to be here.
But just allow yourself that little bit of extra time. There are so many parts that make up a wedding day, and factoring in some extra time could be the difference between a sweet day, and a spectacular one.
Make Lists. For Everything.
A more personal preference, however many find making lists (of everything!) to be a brilliant way to alleviate stress and organise thoughts.
Taking a look at the psychological aspects, the general consensus is that by ticking items off your to-do list, you are giving your subconscious a clear track of your accomplishments, and tasks still needing to be carried out.
This is a great way to deal with stress if you need a clear visual way of processing many ideas at once.
Better yet – for those with a creative eye, and slightly more time on your hands, try bullet journaling for a soothing yet productive afternoon activity.
Schedule ‘You-time’
Now, we have discussed how to relax and organise your mind in the above two top tips, but what about physical relaxation?
As we all know, stress can have a funny reaction with your body. No bride will ever look good stomping up the aisle, as tense as a sail in a storm, so it is incredibly important to allow for equanimity in both mind and body.
The benefit of allowing extra time to plan your wedding should ensure that you have some spare moments to schedule in some much-needed you-time.
Whether this includes a good old spa day, a break from the soon to be in-laws in the sanctuary of the nearest coffee shop, or even on a peaceful walk in the great outdoors, you know and understand you best. Take time to breathe.
Girls’ Night
Failing all of the above, the people that we lean on in stressful times are most definitely our nearest and dearest.
Get the girls round, crack open a nice chilled bottle of your choice, eat your body weight in chocolate and simply talk.
Talk about anything non-wedding related. Talk about the latest Facebook dramas. Talk about whatever recent scandal the Kardashian/Jenner tribe have brewed. Just talk!
With the NHS claiming that ‘talking therapy’ is a key to ridding your mind of stress, anxiety and fears, there really is no simpler way to relax. Plus, you get all of the latest juice! Winning!
Enjoy The Process
With such a momentous day quickly approaching, you can very easily find yourself becoming wrapped up in all of the organised chaos.
However, a fact that many a bride often forgets is that your wedding is not just about the day itself; you should be excited about the entire process altogether.
Yes, the day will be fantastic. Yes, the day will be everything that you have ever dreamed of. And yes, you are finally going to join your beloved in the most sacred of vows.
Just don’t forget to enjoy the journey to the aisle itself – with some luck, and a pinch of hard-work, this will be the only chance that you ever get to experience it.
So enjoy the process, relax, and have the best time of your life.
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