Weddings are seen as one of the most important occasions of your life. This one day holds great importance for everyone involved. It is this importance that can make brides feel like the weight of the world is on their shoulders. They want to make sure that every tiny detail is absolutely perfect and that every guest will have a wonderful time. At the same time, there are other considerations like budget, traditions, and all the little things the bride-to-be feels like she needs in order to make this day complete.

All of this stress has a way of building up, and brides have been known to get cold feet or even experience a kind of melt-down as a result. With tensions at an all-time high, the weeks leading up to the big day can be brutal for anyone involved. This is why it is so important to take the time to relax and treat yourself to at least one form of stress relief.

Spa treatments

The best way to enjoy immediate relaxation and relief of stress is by booking your favorite kind of massage. Whether you are partial to hot stone, Swedish, or other massage techniques, you should choose one that you know makes you feel as calm as possible. Facials, manicures, pedicures, and other treatments can also be highly therapeutic. If you are planning on having your hair colored or highlighted just before your wedding day, this can also be a wonderful opportunity for you to put your feet up and let your problems melt away.

Aromatherapy

Scent is extremely powerful. The sense of smell is the strongest of all senses, and many memories are triggered or associated with particular smells. For example, the memory of a loved one can be triggered by a particular floral scent. There are many relaxing scents available. Speak to your homeopath or massage therapist regarding aromatherapy for stress relief. Some prefer scents like peppermint whereas others enjoy lavender. It depends on the properties of the scent as well as your personal preferences.

Music

Make yourself a special playlist to keep yourself motivated. Avoid any songs that might remind you of an ex as well as songs that could make you feel down. You want high energy, happy songs that will make you feel good. No matter how cliché or “cheesy” they might be, you are the bride so you can listen to whatever you want!

Delegate

Don’t try to take on too much yourself. It’s difficult to accept help when you want to do everything your way, but it will help relieve your stress. Ask your maid of honor to take care of various tasks. Make your wishes and instructions very clear by writing them all down. Take the time to discuss and explain exactly what you want and allow them the freedom to call you if they need clarification or assistance.

Healthy diet

As tempting as it might be to tuck into your favorite chocolate, you might want to hold back! Not only will unhealthy eating cause you to gain weight but it also won’t do you any favors in terms of reducing stress. Choose energy-boosting, low-fat foods that will improve your mood and help you keep in shape.

Wedding-day coordinator

Choose somebody to be in charge of the daily events. This means that they should be your contact person to provide directions and come up with contingency plans if guests get lost or stuck along the way. So, instead of being flooded by phone calls and questions, you can focus on yourself and enjoy your big day!

Keep notes

If you are worried about forgetting things, make lists and take notes! Keep a wedding book with all of your plans, questions, and any deadlines that you need to meet. In addition, keep a calendar handy so that you can make note of all your appointments like cake tasting and dress fittings. Knowing that you have everything written down will help set your mind at ease.

Another great tip to remember is to hire a professional wedding planner to make all the arrangements for your Toronto wedding! Take a look through our local listings at BeWed.