How can you relax before your wedding?

Weddings are often synonymous with joy and excitement, but they can also be a source of stress. Between the preparations, the choices to be made and the organisation, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. So how can you relax before your wedding and make the most of this unique time?

Prioritise so that you can delegate certain tasks.

Start by making a list of everything that needs to be done and prioritise your tasks in order of importance. That way, you can ask your nearest and dearest for help with certain tasks that you’re less keen to do yourself, or simply tasks that you can’t take care of yourself.

Continue to take care of yourself.

Regular physical activity is important. Activities such as yoga, walking or pilates also help to reduce stress and improve sleep.

Eat a healthy diet and avoid excess sugar and caffeine.

A balanced diet will give you the energy you need to tackle the preparations. You also need to get enough sleep to recover from days that may seem longer than usual.

Create moments of relaxation for yourself.

Take relaxing baths with essential oils.

Immerse yourself in reading to get away from it all.

Listen relaxing music.

Spend time with your friends to share moments of togetherness and not just worry about your to-do list.

Some examples of relaxation techniques.

Meditation: helps to calm the mind and focus on the present moment.

Sophrology: This method combines relaxation, breathing and positive visualisation.

Breathing: Breathing is natural, but deep breathing exercises are a simple and effective technique for reducing stress.

I’ve selected two of them for you:

Abdominal breathing : Place one hand on your stomach and the other on your chest. Inhale deeply through your nose as you expand your stomach, then exhale slowly through your mouth as you pull your stomach in. This technique calms the nervous system.

Cardiac coherence : Inhale slowly on a count of 5, hold your breath for 5 seconds, then exhale slowly on a count of 5. Repeat this exercise for a few minutes to regulate your heart rate.

Don’t hesitate to talk about your concerns with your partner and loved ones, as well as the professionals accompanying you on this wonderful day.

Learn to recognise your body’s signals and take breaks if you feel the need.

At Château la Beaumetane we offer you a personalised service to organise your wedding, so that you can enjoy this unique day with complete peace of mind.