Recently Engaged? Keep Your Relationship Healthy
Being engaged is a great feeling. You know that you’re with the person you want to spend the rest of your life with. And, even better yet, you know your partner feels the same. As much as you love each other, though, wedding planning can put a strain on your relationship. There’s just so much to do and lots of stress stacking up. If you’re not careful, your romance could start to fade away, and you could find yourself fighting with your partner about anything and everything. Don’t let this happen to you. Be proactive and find ways to keep the stress at bay and maintain a healthy relationship.
Have A Serious Talk
Before you start planning, sit down with your partner for a serious talk. Discuss everything that’s involved with planning a wedding. Share what each of you envisions for the wedding day. Compromise where you can to come up with some tentative ideas that work for both of you. Then, talk about who should do what, making sure the division of labor is as close to equal as possible. This simple talk can make a big difference in how your wedding planning (and your relationship!) goes. No one will feel left out of the process. No one will feel like they’re doing all the work. Instead, you’ll both be happy and on the same page right from the start.
Take Some Breaks
Once you’re well into the wedding planning process, refuse to let it take over your life. Yes, it may take a lot of your time and energy, but you still have to focus on being a couple. Thus, plan date nights and fun events where you don’t worry about or do any work for the wedding. You need that downtime to come together, strengthen your bond, and remember why you’re getting married in the first place.
Ask For Help
Finally, remember that neither you nor your partner should have to do all the work. Your friends and family are there to help and support you, so don’t be afraid to lean on them. Ask for help when and where you need it. This will take some of the stress off you and your partner’s shoulders and give you time to keep your relationship intact.
Whether you’re getting married in Maui or just at your local church, wedding planning is stressful. It can wreak havoc on any relationship if you let it. So, make up your mind right now not to let the stress get to you and your partner. Commit to working together and being a team throughout the process. It will make both your wedding and your relationship better.
