Reception anxiety.

I think that’s completely fine. I don’t want the a lot of the traditional things either. I just don’t want the first dances, flower toss, cake cutting ect. I am having a Short, non traditional ceremony, dinner drinks dancing. I do have the bar service and DJ scheduled till 10:30. But the reception doesn’t start till 645. I just want to have fun enjoy my people. It should be about what we want anyways right. Does you partner want a first dance with you?

Make it exactly what you want. Skip the traditional things. If neither of you care, or want it, why do it. I think it’s great you still have some dancing for your guests, and I love the previous comment, just call everyone out To the dance floor and you sit back and just enjoy!

Completely understandable. You have all the right things set up... with the DJ, Cornhole (things to keep peoples' attention throughout the rehearsal.) Just keep in mind, the people that will be there... they are there to support and celebrate you and your fiance. They are not there to judge you. (I DO understand that SOME can be that way...tell them to GO HOME) This is a celebration and a happy time for both of you. I can tell you, do not stress it. It will ONLY wear you out. The last thing you want is to be exhausted on your wedding day. I went through that. I would change all of that; if I could. I have anxiety as well, so I understand what you are feeling. Keep in mind, though, having a wedding... you WILL be the center of attention. This is supposed to be the time you are able to relax and REVEL in the moment with your soon-to-be spouse.

But to be appropriate; make sure you try to at least speak to everyone you can. It can be extremely overwhelming....goodness! But just give love and thanks to everyone. You don't have to be a social butterfly. You will be surprised at how quickly time flies during these events.

Always keep in mind, everyone is there to celebrate your commitment. They REALLY are happy for you.

(An idea I just thought of... maybe be there, at the rehearsal site BEFORE everyone gets there, to help set up *put little personal touches, etc* so it's not such a "big deal" when you show up to the rehearsal) Just a thought.

Lots of love and good luck! Enjoy EVERY SINGLE MOMENT.

I don't think it matters! If you want to skip it, skip it. We're skipping some of the traditions, too. No one we've told so far has been offended or upset by it.

I went to a wedding last year where they actually skipped all of those things! they didn't have any speeches, didn't dance, didn't do any bouquet garter toss. but i do think maybe you should see how your partner thinks of it. for instance if they like the idea of something like a first dance maybe you can meet in the middle and do something really short

I personally thought it went fine i mean people mingled amongst themselves and there was a photobooth. overall i feel as hosts, we think that people will want certain experiences at our events but really, they're there for us.

Not at all. I'm also skipping out on all that traditional stuff.