WR: Depression & Anxiety

I didn't have enough room to type, I will keep all of the WW brides who have this illness in my prayers.

It's pretty much proven that happy things like graduating, getting married, even getting a new job can lead to depression. Even though it is such a happy time for you, like you said, the pressure of making everything come together perfectly is stressful.

I can relate to the drama with family. I feel like I'm supposed to have everything for my wedding done the way they want it, and for awhile I'd stopped planning anything because all of the fun was taken out of it.

I think you made the right decision hiring somebody to do the planning for you. Now you will be able to enjoy the engaged life a little more and relax.

Have fun and stay as calm and positive as possible.

Good luck girl =]

While i'm not on medicine or seeing anyone , I feel like I could be or should be. I am beyond stressed-I relocated, started a new job, bought a new house and sold one(thank GOD) and I'm dealing with a sick father who I worry every day won't make it til April. I'm an emotional rollercoaster. I cry every single day-about the least little thing. I have said SO many times I wish we'd just gone to an island with a few people there. The silver lining is that my FH and I have gotten closer during this process. He's been my biggest support system and the one thing I can say unequivocally is that I am overjoyed to be marrying him. All the other stuff is not

that important.

Wedding planner was best thing I could have done. She will help me relax and enjoy the day.

Best wishes to all of you future brides and new brides. 80 days and counting for me!

Thanks everyone for all of the positive responses. It is great we can all talk about it without out judgement. I truly feel so much better.

Sweetheart you are not alone!! Just try and take it one day at a time and enjoy your FH!! Everything will fall right into place!!

Hi! I'm so thankful I came across this forum as I am going through the same thing!! I am 88 days away from my wedding, and panic/worry about everything! I also have a history of depression/anxiety and it's totally flared up! I feel so selfish because my FH is wonderful, and I think he's getting the wrong message! I'm just so nervous! I don't want to get on medicine, and I have been seeing a counselor, but i still want this to go away! Anyone have any suggestions? It's just nice to know I am not alone. And also when I mentioned I panic, it usually never pertains to actual "wedding" things. It's usually about my health. Hope someone can help

I feel this same way and started to feel better reading the responses! Thanks everyone who posted- it helped me realize that I am not alone.

Wow, so glad to see this post. I can relate to all of you ladies. I had no idea how emotional of a process this would be. I think part of my guilt and anxiety is knowing my fiance thinks weddings are a waste of time and money. He says he supports me but knowing this is how he feels has really driven me to tears multiple times. To the already married brides out there....is this all worth it for us brides-to-be or is it smarter to just elope...?