82: Trying to lose weight for your wedding? Listen to this.
Description
Planning a wedding can be a roller coaster of emotions, and not just because of the budgeting, guest lists, and venue hunting.
Body image concerns and diet culture often sneak into the process too.
I remember the morning of my wedding so clearly. It was pouring with rain. I'd just finished getting ready for my wedding. I'd put on the veil. This is the moment I looked in the mirror for the first time.
But when I saw my reflection, I felt so deeply disappointed. Despite months of meticulous planning, exercising, and curating, I didn't see the image of perfection I had imagined.
But what did I do next?
And what can you do to enter your marriage - or whatever your next life phase is - knowing you have so much more to give this world (and your partner) than your appearance?
Grab your headphones, get comfortable, and let's get into it. Your journey to a confident, self-loving wedding planning starts now.
Ps. the perfect dress is the one that makes you feel beautiful and comfortable just the way you are. Right now.
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