 This one is easy right? Just let HER plan it. Wrong answer boys, wrong indeed. That was a test and you all failed miserably. You have to understand that this day has been built up over the years to mean everything to women. No other event in the course of their lives is bigger or more hyped than this day. Choosing to take no part in the planning is another way of saying you just don’t care. Not exactly the message you want to be sending to your soon-to-be legal partner for life. This one is easy right? Just let HER plan it. Wrong answer boys, wrong indeed. That was a test and you all failed miserably. You have to understand that this day has been built up over the years to mean everything to women. So now that we all agree that you are going be a part of the planning process, let’s get on to the preparing. First off, you have to recognize that planning a wedding is invariably stressful. There is no getting around that simple truth. But having said that, there certainly are ways to minimize that stress. Here are the Top Five Ways to Relieve Stressful Wedding Planning: Number 1 Start planning early. There is nothing more stressful than the feeling of having no time. The closer you get to the date the greater the stress of every single little detail. Effective time management is crucial in controlling those stressful moments. You are going to want to have AT LEAST three days to plan this thing properly. That should be plenty of time. Number 2 Stop to take a deep breathe. It’s easy to get overwhelmed in life and most especially while trying to organize a large event. Make sure and remember that this is your special day and enjoying the process is a major part of it. I suggest some aroma massage therapy or perhaps a little yoga. Get in touch with the inner-you. Go to your happy place and in doing so the right perspective needed for healthy planning will emerge (damn, I didn’t realize I was so wise). Number 3 Manage your expectations. Remember that perfection is unattainable. Expect the day to be Terrific. No one really likes perfect anyways. Try to be respectful of everyone’s expectations for the big day but remember that the expectations of you and your bride are most important. Stay true to yourselves and don’t get caught up in pleasing others. In other words, Keep It Real. Number 4 Exercise! Whether it is simply going for a walk or something more intense like a full on run (or perhaps even some hardcore calisthenics), working out is one of the best ways to relieve stress. You can just feel the negative energy sliding away. If sweating to the oldies does not interest you, then you should do something a little less strenuous. Like for example, popping some bubble wrap. It’s fun and it feels good too! Number 5 Never forget to laugh. There will be times when your wife-to-be starts having serious nervous breakdown type issues concerning the wedding planning.  Bridezilla begins to emerge. This type of action at some level is inevitable. Don’t panic and for goodness sake whatever you do, don’t pretend to listen to her while actually watching a ballgame. Pay attention with all your might and act as a shoulder to cry on if need be. Use your best consoling techniques and afterwards do something to make her giggle. This can be in the form of self-deprecation (recommended) or possibly physical humor. Laughter is the cure all. Keep these tips in mind when the stress of planning the wedding starts building up. And remember, stay calm. It’s not like all of your friends and family and pretty much everyone you know is gonna be at this thing or anything… Oh well. Good luck!
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