{"id":6427,"date":"2021-11-19T14:15:13","date_gmt":"2021-11-19T21:15:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/?p=6427"},"modified":"2021-11-19T14:15:15","modified_gmt":"2021-11-19T21:15:15","slug":"a-guide-for-managing-work-life-balance-while-planning-a-wedding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/bridal\/wedding\/a-guide-for-managing-work-life-balance-while-planning-a-wedding\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide for Managing Work-Life Balance While Planning a Wedding"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Planning a wedding can be stressful enough, without having to worry about balancing a full-time job on top of that. While you may have been over the moon to say \u201cYes!\u201d to marrying the love of your life, the details of everything that comes afterwards can be very overwhelming, even for the most organized of couples. But don\u2019t worry \u2014 it is<\/em> possible to maintain your work life while still planning the wedding of your dreams, and we have a few tips to help you out along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Create a Calendar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It can be tempting to jump right into wedding planning<\/a> the second you get engaged, but the truth is there are so many moving parts to planning your big day that the best thing you can do is break it out into smaller goals. The first step is figuring out how long you\u2019d like your engagement to be, then creating a calendar to help you plan the rest. Set aside a few tasks for each month or week so that you can be sure you\u2019re taking the time you need to make decisions you\u2019ll be happy about in the future. You can also check things off along the way! Documenting your progress will remind you that you\u2019re getting it done, even when it feels like there\u2019s still a million things on your to-do list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hire a Planner<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t have time to work out all the details yourself? Hiring a wedding planner can be a huge help in making sure your dream wedding turns out exactly the way you want it. Not only can a wedding planner take care of the details for you, they also have connections within the industry that can help to ensure you\u2019re getting the best deals and are seeing all the options available to you. If you\u2019re not sure where to look, start by asking your newly married friends about their wedding planning experience, and see if they have any wedding planners they can recommend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fix Your Sleep Schedule<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It may seem like sleep is the last thing you want to worry about, but not getting the rest you need can cause you to be more irritable, upset, and much more likely to make impulsive decisions that you\u2019ll regret in the future. After all, it\u2019s impossible to have a level head when juggling work and wedding planning when you aren\u2019t giving your brain the time it needs to relax and reset. If you start to feel overwhelmed, make sure you set aside time for both you and your partner to completely set aside your other responsibilities. It may feel indulgent, but it will actually help you to be more productive moving forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Communicate with Your Employer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The best way to prevent future mishaps is to be clear and honest with your employer. If you know you\u2019ll have to take some time off work in the future to explore wedding venues, decide on caterers, or just spend time with your fianc\u00e9 to hash out the details, letting them know in advance will ensure that they aren\u2019t taken by surprise. It will also help you to more accurately plan out your time, so that your work doesn\u2019t suffer in light of planning your big day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Simplify<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even though it feels good to have options, having too <\/em>many of them can often lead to decision fatigue. Take your engagement and wedding rings<\/a> for example \u2014 if you are still looking for the perfect ring, sometimes having too many choices can actually make the decision a lot harder. Go for something simple and timeless, or explore preset engagement rings<\/a> to make sure you don\u2019t get overwhelmed by all the options available to you. You can also narrow down your potential wedding venues to make the decision a lot easier \u2014 go for a small, medium, and larger choice, or a variety of price ranges rather than attempting to decide between the endless venues in your area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Compartmentalize<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It can be tempting to start daydreaming about your wedding while at work, but the best way to avoid suffering in either area is to compartmentalize. When you\u2019re at work, put away all notions of wedding planning and focus on the task at hand. The same goes when you\u2019re planning your wedding \u2014 don\u2019t worry about Monday\u2019s meeting when you\u2019re designing your wedding cake. Separating the two responsibilities can help ensure that you\u2019re giving your all to both.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Have a Specific Plan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Develop a plan of action to ensure you\u2019re not missing any important details. Going all in without a plan can mean you end up scattered and overwhelmed on your big day. This plan can start simple, with something like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n