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Jainee
Beginner February 2020

How to ask for Space or a break from fiancé?

Jainee, on December 20, 2019 at 5:34 PM Posted in Family and Relationships 0 9
Our wedding is coming up in about a month . I have been unhappy and stressed out.
Anything my fiancé does irritates me .
I have a lot of stuff that needs to be done for the wedding, and I really don’t want to deal with it anymore.
Everything he does annoys me and irritates me that I don’t like to spend time with him anymore.
I was thinking I want some space but we live together and also getting married in the next 40 days! So I don’t know how it’s possible,
Any suggestions?

9 Comments

Latest activity by Alycia, on December 25, 2019 at 9:26 PM
  • Sylessia
    Dedicated March 2020
    Sylessia ·
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    I’m sorry to hear that! What is he doing that’s irritating you?
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  • Kristen
    Master November 2020
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    I'm sorry you're going through this but before you asked for space is it really that you have an issue with him or is it just the wedding stress all together? I would say before a wedding if my FH were asked me for space that could really put a realtor in our relationship and if we need to continue. Sometimes when we are stressed out anything our loved ones do can just Annoy Us so really think about is it just a wedding or is it just really him? You don't want to say something or do something that you cannot take back.
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  • M
    VIP January 2019
    Maggie ·
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    Having space for alone time within relationships is healthy and normal. You should absolutely be able to ask for some time/space on your own without him feeling hurt. I wouldn't even relate this to the wedding (even though that is probably exacerbating your need).


    Just use "I statements" and explain to him that you need some time alone each day for your own sake. Make it about your own needs rather than anything in particular that his is doing that is annoying you (if any of that is important, address is separately). Having this conversation now will set your marriage up for success. Good luck!

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  • Sexypoodle
    Master October 2021
    Sexypoodle ·
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    Sounds like the thing you need a break from is wedding planning. It seems to be stressing you out and that’s not the way it should be. Wedding planning isn’t worth damaging your relationship.
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  • Aimee
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    Are you able to have a girl’s weekend to take your mind off everything? My FH and I can sense when we need time apart from each and have our own offices at home to go do our own thing.
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  • Victoria
    Dedicated November 2019
    Victoria ·
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    I agree with others who mentioned it could be the planning not your partner. The last month or so is the craziest but it slows down in the last week or two. Remember that chances are that what you’re stressing about are the minor things. I hit a point where I realized if welcome bags for the hotel don’t get done or don’t have a sweet welcome memo, my wedding and marriage won’t be any different. It’s easy to overwhelm yourself with the stupid little things. Step back, take a break, delegate or recruit help if needed and have a girls night or weekend if needed. Take the time to determine if it’s your own wedding stress or something to do with your partner. Good luck!
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  • Stevie
    Devoted February 2020
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    I would sit your Fiancé down and gently talk to him. If you are doing everything by yourself maybe there are some things that he could help with that could take some stress off of you.

    Congratulations! I am getting married in February too and I am so excited. Smiley heart

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  • Rose
    Devoted February 2020
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    You are just beyond stressed...honestly I would just let him know. I totally disconnected from mine about a week ago because we had been arguing on and off for 2 weeks. I also called in to work just to get a break and now I'm fine.

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  • Alycia
    Expert September 2021
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    I would talk with him and let him know how you feel about the wedding and see if he can get h to help you not annoy you. You should be honest with him.
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