Ban the Bridezilla: How to Keep Her Happy Before the Big Day
It’s the most important day of her life and you’ll be there to share it with her. But before the cake is cut and the band tunes up, there are certain tricks of the trade that you can employ to ease tensions during this high-stress life event. Fathers, mothers and grooms-to-be, keep reading to discover how you can keep the temperamental bride at bay.
1) Put Her First. Let’s be honest here, this is her Big Day. She’s probably been dreaming about her wedding day since she was a little girl. Make it evident that you understand her needs and you value her opinions on flowers, place settings, even the color of the invitations. Do whatever it takes to communicate that your bride is the one in control. Nod, smile and exude graciousness and when she feels the urge to go off the deep-end, your calm example and deference will save the day.
2) Be Patient. Whatever you do, resist the desire to let your emotions get the better of you. Even if the bride-to-be is ranting, raving and being entirely unreasonable, you should remain calm. If you take the bait, that little discussion about seating arrangements and party favors might devolve into a full-blown screaming match. Be the bigger person and the entire family will rejoice silently and pat you on the back.
3) Make Her Feel like a Queen. This one’s a no-brainer. Surprise your bride with an impromptu day of pampering and you’ll have her in the palm of your hands. After a hard day’s work filling gift bags, coordinating hotel rooms for guests or designing save the dates, lavish the lady of the hour with a pedicure, dinner in the park or her favorite movie. You’ll both be happier for it.
4) Flattery Will Get You Everywhere. Tell her how beautiful her hair is today, compliment her new shade of lip gloss or tell her why you love her. And put it all down on paper. Jotting a quick letter in a gorgeous note card will win you major points. She’ll remember your sweet sentiments and it’ll calm her fears and relieve her anxiety. But be careful not to lie – an anxious bride will be able to sense your dishonesty and may lash out.
You’re now armed with the secrets to success. Your bride is making an important life step and you’ll want to be on hand to defuse any situation before the tensions rise. Good luck; disarming a Bridezilla isn’t easy!
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