Stress-free Wedding Planning Podcast #163: Convert Wedding Jitters into Joy With Expert Advice
We tackle the common issue of wedding jitters.
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In This Edition
Firstly, the hosts, tackles the common issue of wedding jitters.
Most importantly, we discuss how these feelings are normal and provide practical advice for managing both personal and familial expectations.
Also, they offer strategies to turn stress-inducing moments into joyful experiences and emphasize focusing on what truly matters to the couple.
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Stress-free Wedding Planning Podcast #163: Convert Wedding Jitters into Joy With Expert Advice
Host: Sal & Sam
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Convert Wedding Jitters into Joy with Expert Advice
DJ Sal Fusco: Today we’re talking about the thing no one wants to admit, but pretty much everyone feels. That’s wedding jitters. Whether it’s cold feet decision fatigue, or just that overwhelming: ” what if everything goes wrong?”, feeling. We’ve seen it all and it’s totally normal. Seriously, even the most excited couples hit a moment where they think, ” what did we sign up for?” And that’s okay. Today’s edition’s all about flipping the stress into something useful, something joyful. We’re not talking about Pinterest-perfect weddings here. We’re talking real life, real emotions and real advice to help you breathe easier and actually enjoy the process. Thanks for joining us. Hi, I’m Sal from After Hours Events of New England. We’ll answer these questions and more in today’s edition of the Stress-free Wedding Planning Podcast.
Sylvester: Welcome to another edition of our podcast. Hi, I’m Sam from Atmosphere Productions. Listen now as we talk about [00:01:00] converting wedding jitters into joy. These are wedding inside of secrets for a stress-free, fun and memorable day.
Our podcast helps engage couples navigate wedding planning complexities while addressing family expectations. We will guide you through the journey of creating the perfect wedding day without unnecessary stress. By the end of this edition, you’ll get concise tips on budgeting, wedding party management, ceremony, reception, planning, and more.
Perfect for anyone planning a wedding all in 30 minutes or less. Trust us. You don’t want to miss this.
JR: Welcome to Stress-free Wedding Planning, the podcast that will transform your wedding planning journey from chaotic to enchanting. Sal and Sam bring over 80 years of combined wedding expertise and exclusive insider information to the table. If you’re recently engaged, feeling the pressure of wedding planning, struggling with family expectations, but still dreaming of a joy filled wedding. You’ve come to the right place. Get ready to unveil the best kept wedding secrets. Discover practical tips and [00:02:00] strategies and learn life changing lessons for a Stress-free wedding. Your unforgettable wedding day awaits.
We’re here to take you on a transformative journey of love, laughter, and memories. So don’t miss out on the podcast that just might change your life. This is the Stress-free Wedding Planning Podcast with Sal and Sam.
DJ Sal Fusco: Sam and I wanna thank all our listeners and because of you, we are now ranked number 15 in the Top 60 Wedding Planning Podcasts by MillionPodcasts.com. On today’s podcast, we’ll explain how to convert wedding jitters into joy.
Hi, I am Sal from After Hours Events of New England, the experts in creating a stress-free unforgettable wedding experience. We bring energy, professionalism, and a passion to making every couple’s big day truly special. Visit us at After Hours Events Of N.E dot com. Again, that’s After Hours Events Of N.E. dot com.
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Sylvester: Today, we’ll cover why wedding jitters happen, how to manage expectations, your own and everyone else’s, what really matters on your wedding day and what doesn’t. And we will share some expert tested tips to help you feel grounded, not frazzled. And hey, if you are listening and your wedding day is just days away or even months away, stick with us. You might be surprised by what makes the biggest difference. Hi, I’m Sam from the award-winning Atmosphere Productions. Wedding entertainment with expert knowledge and the difference in quality. Specializing in live ceremony musicians and cocktail hour string musicians, plus lighting, and an elegant and classy presentation. We have exactly what you need. Visit us at Atmosphere hyphen Productions.com. That’s Atmosphere hyphen Productions dot com
But first [00:04:00] I’d like to say congratulations to our listeners, Kai and Mike, who’ll be getting married next July at the Riverview in Simsbury, right here in Connecticut. Again, congratulations Kai and Mike, and thanks for listening to the Stress-free Wedding Planning Podcast.
DJ Sal Fusco: So let’s start with this. Why do people get the jitters? I mean, you love your partner, you’re excited, but suddenly you’re panicked about centerpieces and crying over cake flares, and it’s because it’s a big deal. A wedding isn’t just a party. It is a public commitment.
There’s pressure from family, friends, your budget, your timeline, and your Pinterest board. It’s a perfect storm of emotion and expectation. And let’s not forget, some of these jitters are from how you think things should look, not what you actually want.
That’s
Sylvester: exactly right, Sal. Sometimes, some of the stress that you put on yourself, those jittery [00:05:00] feelings are self-imposed because you cannot have perfection. How many times have we told you before? No wedding is ever perfect, so please try not to get those jitters by thinking too far in advance and wishing for perfection. It’ll never happen.
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Now, how about managing those expectations? This leads us to the biggest piece of advice that we can ever give, and that’s… ready for it? Here it is. You are allowed to let go of things that don’t matter to you. Not to your mom, not to your neighbor, not to your wedding blog, not to social media, TO YOU! You are allowed to let those things go. We’ve also seen couples fight about colors. Well, colors don’t really matter when it [00:06:00] comes to the end of the day, it’s the two of you getting married. Don’t fall into, “we have to do this” trap. If it doesn’t bring you joy, skip it and be honest about what does matter.
If you care more about the music than the table setting, then invest in music. We’re not saying that because we’re DJs, but there are some things that you really do need to spend your money on, and there’s some things that are not gonna make the difference.
DJ Sal Fusco: Look, there’s only so many hours in the day and you really should concentrate on really what’s important to you. You know, as Sam said, you know, nothing is ever going to be picture perfect, but concentrate on the things that are important to you, and you’ll get as close as you possibly can.
Sylvester: We’ve just explained how to convert wedding jitters into joy. We’ve discussed why wedding jitters happen and how to manage ’em. Coming up next, what really matters, and five [00:07:00] essential tips on how to convert wedding jitters into joy. But first. If you have a question or concern, go now to Facebook and join us on the Stress-free Wedding Planning Community, and now in the Connecticut Wedding Advice Community. You can also join us on our YouTube channel. Just search for the Stress-free Wedding Planning Podcast with Sal and Sam. Like, comment, subscribe, and get it first.
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DJ Sal Fusco: On today’s Wedding Tip Wednesday
Sylvester: Reception awareness. At the reception, your guests may not be the only ones you have access to your ballroom or venue. So keep an eye on those envelopes. Yeah. You know those envelopes that your guests bring? Put them in a basket or a receptacle behind the head table or sweetheart table, or in a well observed location. Think about putting somebody in charge of removing and securing those envelopes in a [00:09:00] timely fashion during the reception. It’s so important to do this reception awareness tip. You don’t want those envelopes to go missing.
DJ Sal Fusco: And that’s another tip from Sal and Sam.
JR: This is the Stress-free Wedding Planning Podcast with Sal and Sam.
Sylvester: Welcome back to our discussion about how to convert wedding jitters into joy. I’m Sam from Atmosphere Productions.
DJ Sal Fusco: I’m Sal from After Hours events of New England. We’ve already discussed why wedding jitters happen and managing expectations.
Sylvester: Let’s talk about what really matters. Here’s the truth. At the end of the day, you’ll remember the look on your partner’s face, the laughs, the moments, not whether the favors matched or the napkins were the right color. I always tell clients, focus on your feelings, not just the logistics, because the logistics can be off, but it’s those special moments such as the toasts, the first dance, the people you love all in one room.
That’s what stays with you. [00:10:00] That’s what brings us to the magic question. We ask couples when they’re stressed, ” if nothing went perfectly, but you still got to marry your person and have a blast on your day, would it still be a great day?” Yeah. I think, you know, every time the answer’s gonna be yes.
DJ Sal Fusco: So now for the big question, how do you turn jitters into joy? How do you actually do that? How do you shift from anxious to excited? So here’s a few quick tips. First, pause and reconnect. Take 10 minutes with your partner the night before. And No more planning at this very moment. Just remind yourselves why you’re doing this.
Sylvester: And you can also take 10 minutes at the reception and just go away and just relax. Just the two of you. It’s always something great to do on your wedding day. The second Tip is to delegate. Yes. Seriously. This is extremely important. Let your vendors handle [00:11:00] the timeline. That’s what you paid them to do. Let someone else chase down your uncle or your aunt that they need for pictures. You do not need to do everything. Delegate, delegate, delegate!
DJ Sal Fusco: So true. Sam, you, uh, hired people for a reason to do a special job, and you have family and friends who could definitely help you along the way. Definitely delegate. Now, another thing we’ve talked about, and I can’t emphasize enough, don’t aim for perfection. Aim for memorable. Things that go wrong often. Become the best stories.
Sylvester: They certainly do. And now this is where you do your breathing exercise. Breathe in, breathe out, laugh, dance, have fun. You got this.
DJ Sal Fusco: Look and remember, your wedding is a celebration, not a performance. Don’t miss the joy by chasing perfection. Take in the moments and have fun.
Sylvester: So there you [00:12:00] have it. We’ve just explained about converting wedding jitters into joy. Whether you are deep in the trenches of planning or getting ready to walk down the aisle. Know this, their nerves are normal. Even US professionals get nervous, but you’ve got tools, support and the perspective to turn them into something beautiful, and we’re here to help you every step of the way.
DJ Sal Fusco: Now as you spend the next week planning your wedding, if you want me, Sam, or our community of stress-free engaged couples and wedding experts to answer any wedding related questions, join us over in the Stress-free Wedding Planning Facebook group. Once you’re in, go ahead and share your concerns and worries, and we’ll let you know if you’re on the right track or if there’s something we need to work on.
The link to join us is in the show notes of this edition, or go to Facebook and search for the Stress-free Wedding Planning community. A new edition is released every Wednesday. Subscribe and get it first. Remember to do something nice for [00:13:00] someone today, and if you can’t do something nice for yourself, we’ll catch you then.
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Sylvester: Next time, it’s TTFM Tata. For now, the Stress-Free Wedding Planning Podcast is produced and copyrighted by Atmosphere Productions in association with After Hours Events of New England.
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