7 ways to take a break from wedding planning

You have been planning your wedding, meeting with vendors, picking out dresses and colors. Not to mention that you may have a full time job or my be in school. Hopefully, you have chosen to use a wedding planner to help you with the details, if you have not and you might be feeling overwhelmed. It is time to take a break, please trust me your wedding plans will not go haywire if you take a small break. However, if you don't take a break you will definitely be pulling your hair out by your wedding day.


Listen to music

The soothing sounds of a Jazz CD or a classical CD would definitely help you relax. Just the thought of sitting in a quiet room, slumped in your favorite cozy chair with nothing but the sound of soft music..relaxes me. So dust off some oldies but goodies, buy yourself a new CD, or tune in on your satellite radio. All in the name of relaxation.

Read a book

Sit down in your cozy chair after and read a chapter or two of your favorite book. The ability to lose yourself in a good book , will give you an escape from the craziness of wedding planning.

Take a Bubble Bath

A nice soak in the tub surrounded by aromatherapy candles. I would definitely recommend a soothing scent like Lavender.


Get a Massage

A relaxing massage would allow you a few quiet minutes of relaxation. Special massage techniques reverse the negative effects of stress, repair damaged muscle tissue, and remove pain throughout your body. You can experience mental and spiritual healing as your mind releases stress and worry, and allows a renewed sense energy and emotional well being.

Paint, Draw, Sculpt

I still love to color, it is really a relaxing thing for me. I settle down with my handy crayons or coloring pencils and I am in heaven. So pull out your paint brushes, sketch pad or modeling clay and relax. Substitute any of the above for your favorite hobby, like photography or knitting.

Take a walk

Take a walk and let your mind wonder. Take time to look at the world around you. Nature can be quite rewarding.

Have a cup of Tea

A nice cup of hot tea can be very soothing. With the various varieties of teas available, you could set up tea time for everyday. Chamomile is known for its relaxing properties, you could also look at lavender which for it relaxing properties.

Relaxing before your wedding

The day before your wedding and the day of your wedding should not be stressful days. Hopefully you have planned and prepared, hired a professional to deal with details, and you are surrounded by very helpful friends. Here are some recommendations for the day before your wedding.

Get a massage

Best way to rejuvenate from the last few months of planning is a massage. Indulge yourself in a luxurious, soothing massage. Get rid of muscle tension and strain. Make an appointment with a spa near by or rent a hotel room and have a Massage Therapist come to you. If you have not done a something with your bridesmaids, this would be a great opportunity to spend some time with them. If you are in the Colorado area, consider booking the services of Massage Therapist, Debbie Andersen. As the owner of The Knead 2 Relax, she offers rejuvenating massages that soothe body, mind and soul. For a Massage Therapist near you, click here.
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Rent a hotel room

Rent a hotel room for yourself. Use the time to meditate, listen to music or read a good book.

Go to a museum

I love the museum so I had to get this in. Loose yourself in the paintings and sculptures and take your mind off of your pending nuptials...if even for a moment.

Take a bubble bath

Surrounded by aromatherapy candles and soothing music, let your cares float away.

Get some rest

Sounds simple, however many brides pull all-nighters the days before the wedding and are almost at the point of crashing on the day of their wedding. If you are planning a bachelorette party or girls night out, plan them a couple of days before your wedding. Staying up late, having a hangover can definitely add stress to your wedding day. Make sure to let your friends know that you would prefer to have to celebrate a couple of days prior to your wedding, so that they are aware of your wishes. Have your wedding planner take care of any last minute things like programs or favors so that you could relax. As a wedding planner I know that I want my bride to be at her best on her wedding day, and if that means staying up late so that she does not have to then I will.