Friday, August 18, 2006

5 Ways to Relieve Wedding Stress

Wedding planning is stressful - there's no two ways about it. Regardless of whether you've got the wedding party from heaven or if your families are super helpful and accommodating, it's still a stressful process.

Here are a few easy distressing methods that won't leave you atop a mountain of credit card debt or hungover in the morning:

1) A warm, sudsy bath and a good book: I know, you're thinking a bubble bath? You've got to be kidding me. But the truth is that baths are great stress relievers and it offers a few unfettered moments to curl up and think about something other than guest lists and place settings.

2) A back massage: You have a fiance, put him to good use by allowing him to give you a nice back massage. Not only will it relieve those traitorous stress knots in your back, but it will allow you to get a little closer, without fumes shooting from your ears.

3) A long walk or jog: Nothing is more reviving after a stressful day then decompressing with a little invigorating exercise. If you are particularly upset, run as fast as you can.

4) Deep breaths: Okay, it might sound a little corny, but in the height of stress for me this was my number one stress fighting tool. Deep breathing helped me to relax a lot so that I could go on without maiming anyone.

5) A night out: Whether it's with the girls or with your bethroved, a night out without considering wedding plans can help a lot. Hit a local club or go into the nearest city for some great food and fun entertainment. Whatever your idea of a night out is, banish the wedding woes and enjoy yourself.

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