Exercise: Everyone wants to look their best on their wedding day and exercise not only helps you physically but more importantly it helps you feel mentally well. Exercise can do wonders for mood and appearance. Aim for 30 minutes of moderate exercise a day. Get off the bus a stop earlier each day or walk to the shops at lunchtime and you'll notice a difference within days. This will get your heart pumping, giving the entire body energy and oxygen, both of which will ease your stress. Ban all wedding talk: Your diary will be packed with wedding-related appointments and activities in the build up to the wedding. From dress fittings to hair trials to meetings with the vicar- spare time is at a premium. So don't forget to schedule some downtime for yourself, whether that be a day spent entirely watching chick flicks or enjoying a massage. And dedicate an evening a week to be a "wedding free zone" where all wedding talk is banned. Stick to your budget: Follow your budget. Some wedding stress is money-related. Keep your budget up to date and talk about any money concerns with your fiancé. If you have planned your budget there will be fewer nasty surprises when your bank statements come in each month. Delegate: Don't be afraid to delegate. You will want to be in overall control of your wedding but taking on too many responsibilities can become too much for even the calmest of people. Enlist your bridal party to help out with as much as they can. Reserve the big decisions for yourself, such as picking out your dress and the colour schemes, but let others take responsibility for bridal favours or ushers' outfits! Focus: Most of all, remember why you're getting married. When you start to feel under pressure, go through old photographs from when you first met. Dig out the love letters you sent to one another and remember special moments or dream of the future. If you do have pre-wedding jitters, remember you're not the first! Look after yourself, keep healthy and minimise your stress and you'll be ready for your big day. |
