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Months of planning are behind you. The magical day you’ve dreamed of since your childhood is one night away. The nerves kick in. Panic ensues. Weeks leading up to this moment filled with never-ending tasks and rushing to have everything prepared have left you feeling exhausted. You know that getting enough rest is especially important tonight, but your stress levels are so high that you fear you won’t even be able to sleep.
If this sounds something like what you’re going through right now, following these tips might be just the thing you need to generate strength for the long day that is ahead.
1. Get a power-boost from healthy foods
Wedding preparations are notorious for being stressful, and enduring stress for a prolonged period of time can be detrimental to your immunity. Since the last thing you want is to get sick right before your wedding, fueling your body with nutritious foods during the final weeks leading up to your special date is essential. Furthermore, being hungry will make you irritable, and unhealthy foods will make you bloated. Understandably, due to the pre-wedding chaos, there is less time to spend on cooking healthy meals. Despite this, being mindful of what you eat is still imperative. Healthy vegan snacks are a perfect way to boost your energy when you have a busy day, even if you’re not vegan.
2. Substitute your fave caffeinated drinks with water
At times when we feel exhausted, most of us will have the urge to reach for an extra cup of coffee or some other caffeinated drink. If that sounds like you, try to fight that urge. While caffeine may seem like the perfect solution for upping your energy levels, it is also bound to increase your anxiety and you’re likely going to experience a caffeine crash after a couple of hours. Drinking plenty of water throughout the day, on the other hand, is going to ensure you feel refreshed. In case you find it challenging to solely drink plain water the entire day, flavoured water might be the right choice for you. Another option would be peppermint tea, which doesn’t contain any caffeine.
3. Do calming activities
You’re probably used to hearing the dreaded “you need to relax” every time someone notices you’re agitated as it can usually have the opposite effect. However, when you’re anxious and tense, doing activities that have a calming effect on you is undoubtedly helpful. The key is discovering what activities work for you. Meditation is a well-known method of combating stress, so it’s worth trying out a few different types of meditation. This is not your only option though. There are quite a few other activities that aid in releasing endorphins, some of which are physical exercise and laughter. Thus, what you could do is have a light workout or take a walk. The advantage of going for a walk is that it can be a great way to clear your head if you decide to go alone.
On the other hand, you also have the option of taking people you care about with you, so you have someone with whom you can talk about your pre-wedding fears. In case you don’t feel like going outside or socializing, writing a journal or reading a book could be just the thing for you. It’s not necessary to pick only one of these activities. Doing a combination of more of these throughout the day can benefit you even more.
4. Keep distractions to a minimum
Your phone is likely to be ringing the day before the wedding, with all the curious cats reaching out to see how you’re doing. While their hearts may be in the right place, it would be best for you to take a break from social media and other distractions, so you can focus on finding your inner peace before the chaos. Make sure to announce the break, so that people don’t get worried.
5. Get a good night’s sleep
No matter what you do, when it comes to recharging your energy, nothing can substitute a good night’s sleep. The catch, as you know, is managing to squeeze in those required hours. Apart from following the above-mentioned tips to help you relax, your best bet to ensure a full night’s sleep is to optimize your sleep schedule at least a month before your wedding day.
As you’ve seen, when it comes to events like weddings, there are certain things you can do to prepare physically and mentally. However, know that if all else fails, you can still rely on adrenaline to keep you going through the day. Make sure you immerse yourself in the moment and you will have a magical day you so wholeheartedly desire.