In this episode, we're diving into the stress of wedding planning and offering strategies to help you actually enjoy the process. Sure, you’ve seen the Pinterest tips about planning a date night where you don’t talk about the wedding—but we’re going deeper. How can you minimize the overall stress of planning instead of just pausing it for a few hours? From breaking things down into phases to focusing on what really matters, we’ve got you covered.
Episode Highlights:
- Wedding Planning Stress: Why “ignoring the stress” for a night isn’t the answer, and what you can do instead.
- What Stresses Couples Out the Most: Common stressors and sneaky things that add pressure.
- Project Management Approach: Planning a wedding is a lot like managing a big project—learn how to use that to your advantage.
- Pro Tip: Hire a planner or coordinator to reduce decision fatigue and avoid analysis paralysis.
- Budgeting Advice: Set your budget before you book your venue and focus on what’s most important to you.
- Phased Planning Approach: Break down the planning process into four key phases—Foundation, Pretties, Details, and Finale—to stay organized and on track.
- Decision-Making Tips: Trust your gut, stay confident, and make decisions based on facts and numbers.
- Stress Management: Learn how to identify what’s stressing you out, whether you can control it, and how to refocus on what matters most—marrying your best friend!
Final Thought: Wedding planning should be fun! Remember, some of the things you're stressing about now won’t even cross your mind on the big day.
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