After you got engaged, the excitement of wedding planning likely took over your life. Everyone wanted to celebrate your upcoming wedding and help you figure out all the tiny details. Now your wedding is just a few weeks or months away and the nerves are starting to settle in.
It's normal to feel a bit jittery about your wedding. You want everything to go right and create a dream experience. Instead of worrying about what could go wrong, it's better to spend your free time soaking in this part of your life.
Check out a few relaxing activities to get you ready for your big day. You can do them alone, with your fiance or your closest loved ones. Have fun pampering yourself and watch the calendar fly by.
1. Enjoy a Spa Treatment
An official trip to the spa can be expensive, but you don't have to break your wedding budget to take care of your body and mind. Depending on what you like, you can enjoy an at-home spa treatment like a face mask or bath bomb. Even something as simple as a little lip balm and lotion will step up your beauty routine and give you that post-spa luxurious feel.
2. Experience a Getaway
Sometimes it's difficult to get away from wedding planning stress. Vendors might clutter your inbox, all asking for specific decisions or payments. When you want to let go of your anxiety and nerves, experience a getaway with your closest friends or family. A quick weekend trip to the beach or a mountain cabin will show you that these stresses are temporary and your wedding will be another day of happy memories.
3. Start Daily Walks
Exercise is a great way to deal with stress, but you don't need to pay for a gym membership. Instead, start walking at least once a day. The movement will boost your endorphin production, which reduces stress hormones. Walk at a comfortable pace and listen to your favorite podcasts or songs. You'll quickly take your mind off anything that's worrying you.
4. Practice Making Cocktails
Most weddings include a bar so guests can enjoy a drink with their reception meal. The best way to know what you want to serve is to practice making fun cocktails at home in the months before your wedding. After you figure out which recipes you want to try, invite a few people over and make a night of it with takeout or a new homemade recipe.
5. Watch Classic Wedding Movies
It's easy to get lost in planning your ceremony and forget about the butterflies that made you say yes to your fiance's proposal. Gather all your favorite movie snacks and drinks before watching classic wedding movies to indulge in a bit of romance. Whether you watch them by yourself, with your future spouse or a few friends, it's a fun way to spend the night and remember why you want to celebrate the love in your life.
Think About What You Like
These are all relaxing activities to get you ready for your big day, but you'll only enjoy them if they match your interests. Think about what you like to find the best way to pass the time and let go of the stress that accompanies planning a wedding.
-Kacey Bradley