Weddings are lovely—witnessing the love of two people bloom into marriage in a beautiful ceremony is something anyone would want to experience. Whether it’s a grand ceremony or a small get-together in a registry office, weddings will always be special, especially when it’s your turn to say “I do.”
However, although getting married is romantic and all, many tend to forget that while weddings are one of the best events to be invited to, having it organized and planned by yourself is far from pleasant.
Yes, weddings are a dream, a day as romantic as the fairy tales make them out to be, but no story ever warned people about the complexity of wedding planning. If you’re in the middle or just the beginning of planning for your wedding, you’d understand the nightmare it can be, which is why so many couples tend to become anxious. When the anxiety gets bad enough, it could even lead to problems!
If you find yourself overcome with wedding “planxiety,” don’t worry! Just read our tips below so that you can control your anxious feelings and get back on track:
Be Honest About Your Troubles and Worries
Bottling things up has never helped anyone, ever. Weddings are already challenging to handle when you have to think about the budget, vendors, deadlines, and whatnot, so don’t make things even harder for yourself!
No matter how awkward, open up about your worries to those close to you. Talking about money may not be easy, but being honest with everyone contributing to your wedding will take an enormous weight off your shoulders.
You don’t have to be stressed about financing your wedding alone—your partner and your family will help you get through the planning process, as long as you tell them when you need a hand.
Expect the Unexpected
Most couples already have an ideal wedding in their minds, complete with the venue and date. While it’s good to know what you want, it’s crucial to remember that not everything may go your way in real life.
Don’t be afraid to ask for help or to delegate tasks to your support system. If there is something that you love to do and “fills your cup” during the planning process, those are the things that you want to do. If there are things that get skipped on your to-do list and you don’t enjoy doing them, those are the tasks that you want to delegate to others. The best person to outsource the task is the person that enjoys doing those things as they will excel in that task.
Nobody’s perfect, so your wedding won’t be, but this doesn’t mean that you won’t be happy. Don’t torture yourself with the color scheme, cake flavor, wedding flowers, and every other decision.
At the end of the day, your wedding isn’t a showcase of having the most perfect or beautiful event—it’s a day to commemorate your love with your partner, and the beginning of your new life as a married couple.
Have a Calm Space for Yourself
Wedding planning can get stressful; there’s no avoiding it. But, this doesn’t mean that you have to lose your sanity while planning one of the best days of your life. Although you’re on a deadline and you have to find the right photo booth, DJ, or videographer, they can wait, even just for a while.
Every minute of your life doesn’t have to revolve around your wedding. Consider taking some time away from wedding planning and dedicate a few minutes or an hour just to yourself. Meditate, practice some breathing exercises, or do a bit of yoga to calm your nerves and work on your mental health.
Conclusion
Wedding planxiety is unavoidable, but it can be resolved! Wedding planning doesn’t have to be the horror story that previous brides and grooms have made it out to be. As long as you keep our tips in mind, you can breeze through the planning process and make the most of the most romantic day of your life!
Let Epik Weddings help you tell your love story! Our fantastic DJs, photographers, and videographers will do our part in making your wedding day as fun and lovely as it should be. We will ensure that your vision for your wedding is reflected in the services we provide, and you can get all these services working with a single company rather than having to communicate the same thing to multiple vendors. Contact us to book today!
