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While wedding planning should<\/em> be a happy time for you and your fianc\u00e9, we all know that sometimes it can be a stressful one as well. When making decisions on flowers, food, outfits, and everything in between, it can sometimes feel like the whole world has an opinion on your wedding choices. This pressure can feel overwhelming, but we\u2019re here to remind you \u2014 it\u2019s your day! Learn how to better deal with all the pressures that come along with planning a wedding through these tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Family<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Merging two families together is already a difficult process, but it\u2019s made even trickier with the added expense of a wedding. Most likely, your loved ones will have ideas and expectations of their own when it comes to your wedding, from long-held traditions and religious views to ideals and personal taste. While of course it makes sense to consider how best to include both of your families on your big day, ultimately it\u2019s your decision, not theirs. Control the pressure by letting your loved ones know when they\u2019re making you feel overwhelmed, discussing your budget openly with both families (especially if they\u2019re involved in some of the finances), and letting them know what you really want your wedding day to look like. While your mom may look forward to seeing you in that expensive wedding dress, all she really wants is to see a big smile on your face when you\u2019re walking down the aisle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Friends<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s nothing like the bond between good friends. Even before you got engaged, you probably had an idea of who would be in your wedding party and all the fun events you wanted to plan together. But the pressure of providing the perfect wedding favors, having the best-ever bachelor and bachelorette parties, and showing off to your buddies doesn\u2019t need to overshadow what your wedding day is really about. Let your friends know what you feel comfortable spending and doing related to your wedding, and make sure that if you\u2019re handing off some of the work to your best man or maid of honor, you\u2019re really letting them know what they\u2019re in for. Everyone will have an opinion when it comes to your wedding day, but yours and your fianc\u00e9\u2019s are the only ones that truly matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Culture<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Nothing brings up culture and tradition like a marriage. From what kind of ring you get and where you\u2019re getting married to old superstitions, the cultural expectations around getting married are endless. Luckily, it\u2019s becoming more and more common to embrace the uniqueness of your own couple and go your own route when it comes to your wedding. Maybe you chose a gorgeous sapphire engagement ring<\/a> instead of a traditional diamond ring, or maybe you want to keep your wedding small instead of throwing a huge party. Either way, don\u2019t let cultural and societal beliefs dictate how you and your partner share your love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Social Media<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Social media is probably the biggest influence when it comes to wedding planning in the 21st century. With the pressure at full blast to have an Instagram-worthy wedding, it can be easy to get lost in a stream of pretty pictures and worry that your wedding day won\u2019t live up to the hype. And while you\u2019re following inspiration blogs and Pinterest pages to get ideas for your own big day, the truth is it\u2019s going to be beautiful \u2014 no matter where and how you decide to get hitched.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to Combat Social Pressure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here are a few suggestions to help relieve some of the pressure of wedding planning:<\/p>\n\n\n\n