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marriage mantras

While fun and exciting, planning a day that’s reflective of you and your partner has its stressful moments. Pile on expectations of parents, new in-laws, family and friends, and the stress can go from manageable to overwhelming. When anxiety starts to get the best of you, it’s worth scheduling five minutes for yourself to sit quietly, be still, refocus your energy and take several full, long breaths. These steps are otherwise known as meditation.

“Not only can a meditation practice reduce and prevent stress while you’re planning your wedding,

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