Bride's Guide: How to Make Wedding Planning Less Stressful

Your heart may skip a beat when you think about your upcoming wedding. But is it from happiness or apprehension? Needless to say, planning your wedding can lead to plenty of stress, and those anxious feelings will often compound over time.

With that in mind, check out this guide to make your wedding planning a little less stressful. These tips can help you battle your anxiety and have more fun leading up to the big day.

You’re constantly asked your opinion on everything from flowers to cake flavors. Though you get the final say, that doesn’t mean you have to do all the work.

After you create your to-do list, learn to delegate what you can and ask for help. Your fiance, family and friends will step in to prevent your stress from getting to be too much.

It’s tempting to send a few more emails or look for more decor inspiration late at night, but it’s better to set strict work hours.

At some point in the evening, put your laptop and tablet away. Focus on unplugging so your body can rest. Staring at a screen exposes you to blue light which delays a healthy sleep schedule, resulting in restlessness that makes your next day of planning more difficult.

Take your wedding planning on the road by planning a picnic. Make an afternoon out of it to celebrate the many things you and your fiancé can look forward to. Don’t forget that the perfect picnic has great food, so look for fun recipes that match the laid-back vibe of your afternoon.

Physical exercise is always a healthy way to battle anxiety and stress. Make wedding planning less stressful by going to the gym a few times a week. Whatever movement you do will enhance your well-being by releasing endorphins, fighting your stress on a biological level.

You might feel overwhelmed because you don’t know what to do. Organizing your tasks and figuring out a path forward is much easier with a planner. Reach out to local wedding planners and get their quotes. They could make all the difference by connecting you with vendors and doing most of the work to make your wedding a dream come true.

The best way to make wedding planning less stressful is to check in with yourself. Monitor your mental health and use tips like these to mitigate your anxiety. Take a deep breath and remember what’s ahead.

You’re about to walk down the aisle and enjoy one of the best days of your life, well worth the work you put in beforehand.