I have been using the checklist on TheKnot.com. Thus far I have found it to be very detailed and helpful. It has really been instrumental in keeping me busy (read: sane) during our year-long engagement. I am now down to the last items, a lot of which I cannot do, because they need to be done closer to the wedding. Some I can't do because they are RoyBoy's job, and others I am still waiting on. It's been great checking things off and seeing what I can do next.
A girl at work said that I am handling everything well. Given that I've only known her for since late February, I think that that says a lot about me. It's not like I've been regailing her with wedding details. She was speaking about me on the whole. I have to admit that I am pleased to hear that others see that I handle stress well and can stay organized.
Of course, I'm not perfect. It's impossible not to feel overwhelmed from time to time. What matters is what you do about it and what you do to prevent it. Stress is critical to life. It helps us prioritize, stay motivated, and keeps our brains going.
I think the best way to handle stress is to be self-aware. I have learned my limits. I review my check list, my plans, and my ideas constantly to see what I can do, but also to know what I cannot do. Reviewing keeps me focused and prioritized. It's also vital to do things other than focus on your stressors. I make myself read, exercise, and watch TV. Your brain and body need to unwind and have a break from stress.
Thus, my list is being narrowed, but my brain is still running smoothly. My blood pressure is normal, and I am not constantly on edge. Ah, weddings. They can make you, or break you.
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