Hello friends! Wedding planning stress can take a toll…trust me I know! Between guest lists, vendor coordination and all those emotions, it’s certainly a lot to handle. That’s why it’s so important to take some time to relax and stay sane! Here are some great ways to do that:
Hydrate. Sounds simple, but this is seriously so important to keep you ...
Hydrate. Sounds simple, but this is seriously so important to keep you ...
Hello friends! Wedding planning stress can take a toll…trust me I know! Between guest lists, vendor coordination and all those emotions, it’s certainly a lot to handle. That’s why it’s so important to take some time to relax and stay sane! Here are some great ways to do that:
- Hydrate. Sounds simple, but this is seriously so important to keep you going…especially on those days where you’re going a mile a minute! I personally love alkaline water (like Penta) for the extra boost but plain old H2O will certainly do the trick. Be especially conscious of drinking plenty of water the days and weeks leading up the big day.
- Treat yourself. This will mean something different for everyone. For me, it’s some minor retail therapy and spending time with my darling grandbaby. While so much of your time and money is being devoted to the wedding, don’t be afraid to get a little something extra for yourself. There’s so much you can do even on a budget. So go ahead, order your favorite takeout or have that extra glass of wine. You deserve it!
- Plan a wedding-free date. This one is not only important for yourself, but for your relationship. In the midst of all the wedding planning, plan at least one day where you and your fiancé can enjoy yourselves without any mention of the wedding. Seriously – wedding talk is completely off the table! Give yourselves a break and rekindle your romance a little.
- Color. Yes…adults can color! And it’s super therapeutic. Color Me Married (pictured above) is an adult coloring book that’s wedding themed. So you can fantasize about some beautiful bouquets, cakes, dresses, etc. AND de-stress at the same time. So fun, right? (List price: $16.00; grab it here on Amazon)
- Exercise. I know, sometimes exercise is the last thing you want to do when you’re ultra-stressed but what better way to release some of that tension than a great workout? Go for a run with your favorite music or take a kickboxing class. You’ll be fit for the wedding and you’ll feel great. Discuss any new exercise regimens with your doctor first, of course.
I know it can be difficult, but try to put your mind at ease and your big day will be simply magical.
xox,
Mindy
Header image courtesy of Flickr/Andre Hengst .
