Bridal Readiness

You're getting married. You've got the guy, the ring, the date, and the venue. Everything is falling into place perfectly. But wait. You are doing more than having the party of your life featuring a big white dress. You, my dear, are changing identities. You are leaving that single girl and that child/daughter behind...You are about to become a married woman, a grown woman with her own home, husband and family. The process of crossing this bridge entails a lot more than planning a wedding... When I coach Brides, they are dealing with the present and the future. But what about the past? Is there anything you haven't finished. Anyone you haven't said goodbye to? Any closure you need? If you say no, think again. Have you gotten rid of all the gifts and cards and trinkets from all your old boyfriends? What about the lingerie you wore with another man? Or the jewelry he gave you? Is there anyone you need to tell that you are getting married? Before you begin your new life, think of how you want to create a sacred space with your new husband. Part of that is letting go of the intimacy you may have shared with others. There is only room in your marriage for the two of you. Although you will not read this in popular magazines, my best advice to you is for both of you to leave all prior relationships in the past. Don't talk about them, don't bring them into your house. Why? Because they will be an invasion of the sacred space of two of you are creating. Best Wishes for a wonderful Married Life together!