Wedding undoubtedly is one of the most important events in people’s life. It should be one of the happiest days in life. But it doesn’t always happen. Why? Pre-wedding period demands of us many decisions of great value. We should accustom to new roles and responsibilities. Wedding planning got a lot of our time and strengths. It often causes emotional and physical exhaustion. Many people do not realize how great an impact may have this stress on their happiness and relationships. That’s why we should learn in what way we can manage the pre-wedding stress.
Main reasons for different types of stress: hard work, over-commitment, moving, travel, illness, and loss of a family member, friend or pet, embarking on a second marriage and single parents, the demands of child-rearing or financial complications. First thing you should know is that you are able to manage your stress.
Main symptoms of stress: feeling anxious and nervous; knots in stomach; headaches; sleep problems; poor concentration; moodiness; irritability; high blood pressure; tense muscles; racing thoughts.
Stress management involves several tasks: # recognize and realize the features of stress; # identify and understand the sources of stress; # learn how to support yourself and cope with stress reactions; # learn how to keep calm in stressful situations.
What are we to start with? May be, for several hours you have been shopping, choosing bridal flowers, addressing wedding invitations, interviewing caterers, toast-masters or musicians for wedding party. And after mad day now you don’t believe you can manage everything especially your thoughts and emotions. Don’t worry!
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