It seems pretty obvious that you want to enjoy your big day, whether it be wedding, Vow Renewal, handfasting, naming or whatever. You’re most likely to do so, if you’re in good physical and mental shape.
It’s not as hard as it might seem to get fit for the big day.
So what can you do to ensure you’re at your best when it matters?
Essential Elements
Regularly eating nutritiously (and exercising) will benefit you. I’m not going to spell out what I mean by “nutritious”, as that would be the subject of at least one other article! But you can easily do some research to find out what suits you best.
One side-effect of healthy eating should be that your weight will be fairly stable. That’s clearly advantageous when you buy/hire a dress/suit a few weeks before the event. You want it still to fit when the big day arrives!
Alcohol is best avoided in the run-up to your big event. Apart from the effect over-indulgence may have on your features, you don’t want to start your occasion with a hangover.
In fact, avoid alcohol on the day until you’ve completed the main tasks. That way, you can be compos mentis when it matters – and also be able to remember the event in the future!
Sugary drinks will not be beneficial to you, either. They build you up and then let you down.
Another given is good sleep. Again, there can be unwanted physical effects of poor sleep. Moreover, you don’t want to be below par for your special occasion. Certainly, on the eve of your big day, you should go to bed quite early and try and get 8 hours sleep or so. Avoid i-Pads or phone screens for about an hour before you switch out the lights. Ensure that your bedroom is darkened and avoid electronic devices near your bed.
Exercise is also essential, especially if you want to avoid your weight spiralling. It’s also a good idea to go for half an hour’s walk, if you can spare the time, earlier in the day of your event.
Finally, stress is an important factor. A little is not a bad thing, but too much can really spoil the day for you.
One useful way to reduce stress is to employ reliable, professional suppliers (whether officiants, photographers, planners, caterers, florists or whatever). If you can rely on them, that will be a weight off your mind.
If it’s all too much for you still, then try professional help. I can recommend Isobel (www.intherighthands.co.uk), who can treat nerves and the like (remotely or in person) with various therapies including EFT.
Just remember that everybody is on your side and wants you to shine, so relax as much as you can, and enjoy your day.
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