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As much fun as a wedding might be, planning one can be pretty stressful and get on a lot of nerves sometimes. This is why it is a great idea to consider methods for avoiding wedding stress. Pre-wedding stress is popular with brides, but even with grooms. And so, if you’re trying to figure out a way not to butt heads while planning a wedding, we got your back.
You might think you have everything under control, but wedding planning stress on a relationship can be tricky. Everything might be going well, and then it just rears its head. So, here are a few ways you can handle things with your groom before the wedding.
1. Map out a plan from the get-go
To avoid stressed about wedding planning, it would be helpful to map out a plan from the very beginning. You understand the way you and your groom handle stress. So, you could create this plan in a way that works for you both. Talk through any potentially stressful situations, and make time for short helpful breaks in between all the bustle.
2. Focus on the important stuff and avoid all temptation to yell
When wondering how to deal with wedding stress, one point that could be helpful, would be to always use your inside voice. Yelling doesn’t get you heard, and raised voices enables tempers flare. Whatever issues might arise, focus on fixing the problem, instead of what your partner might have done wrong. The time for wedding planning is not limitless, so you need to spend more time accomplishing each task, than apportioning blame.
3. Be careful with your words
It is possible to say very hurtful words in the heat of an argument. Since this is a time when disagreements might abound, it is necessary to think before you speak. Some things you say cannot be taken back, and could be fatal to your planned union. However, if any mistake is made, then do everything possible to rectify the issue. In the first place, however, it would be much better to just be careful with your words.
4. Learn to empathize
If your partner does something that you feel is detrimental to your wedding timeline, or hurts you in some way, try to empathize. You are both human, and to err is normal. However, if you try to put yourself in the other person’s shoes it might be easier to understand the error. Consider why they did what they did and remember that everyone reacts to wedding planning stress differently. This might make things easier to swallow.
5. Remember you’re not the only one under stress
Also reflective of empathy, it is important to remember that you are not the only one experiencing pre-wedding stress. Your partner is going through it too, just in his own way. There are several wedding stress symptoms that could occur, and it is important to be able to see things from their own perspective too and talk it out if possible. Don’t feel disappointed if you almost can’t recognize him anymore, keep in mind that this is not the real him. It is your partner under stress.
6. Be honest and logical
There are certain things that can put more pressure on a couple than necessary during wedding planning. This includes going above budget or trying to please friends and family unnecessary. It is important that you are both honest with each other and logical about each step. If there is anything that can be avoided, which will place less stress on you both, then strike it off your wedding planning checklist. You also do not need to please everyone.
7. Remember that he loves and trusts you
Whatever his reaction to certain issues, whatever he gets mad about, remember that he loves you. Remember the reasons you came together and chose each other. Think about how far you have both come and the obstacles you must have faced along the way. Wedding planning is one of them, and one with an expiry date. So, if he flips out, keep in mind that it is because he trusts you and expects more from you. Remember his love for you as you remember yours for him.
Very little things can tip the scales or cause a change in your relationship. It would surprise you how just the simple implementation of these tips can make a change. Stress before a wedding is normal, it’s just how it is handled that determines the outcome. Wedding stress comes with an expiry date. Keep this in mind and it will help you have a smoother transition into married life.
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