Your wedding planning period should ideally be a joyful and exciting time in your life. But when toxic family members become involved, the experience can quickly turn stressful and overwhelming. With the right approach, you can navigate through these difficulties and focus on the happiness of your wedding day.
Recognize the Signs of Toxicity
It is important to differentiate between normal family disagreements and toxic behavior. Toxic family members consistently cause emotional pain or harm, leaving you feeling worse after interactions with them. You may feel belittled, manipulated, or insignificant in their presence.
Address the Issue Directly
Once you identify a toxic family member, reflect on your feelings and experiences resulting from their specific behavior, and communicate your concerns to them. Sometimes, people are unaware of the impact they have on others, and pointing it out can lead to positive changes. If they genuinely care about your feelings, they will apologize and make an effort to change.
Set Firm Boundaries
If the family member minimizes your experiences, becomes defensive, or manipulates the conversation, it becomes essential to establish firm boundaries with them. Setting boundaries does not necessarily mean cutting them off completely but creating emotional distance. You can achieve this by selectively responding to their calls and messages, limiting your time with them, avoiding triggering topics, or only interacting with them in the presence of others. It may also be necessary to block them on social media temporarily.
Avoid Engaging in Conflict
When dealing with toxic family members, remember that you are not obligated to engage in conflict. If you know that arguing with them will lead nowhere or cause you pain, it is perfectly acceptable to disengage. Having a prepared script in your mind can help you respond assertively and avoid being caught off guard.
Consider Cutting Ties
If you have tried all of the above to make it work with a toxic family member and it still isn’t working out with them, it may be time to consider cutting ties. Cutting off a family member is a difficult decision, but prioritizing your mental health and well-being is essential. Remember to stick to your decision even if the other person tries to convince you otherwise.
Seek Support
Lean on family members and friends who understand and support you. Surrounding yourself with people who provide unconditional love and understanding can make a significant difference. If you feel overwhelmed, don’t hesitate to seek professional help so you can develop coping strategies. Focus on what truly matters—celebrating the love and commitment you and your partner share.
Heather Rae Young’s Bridal Shower Was a Pink Affair
Heather Rae Young is all set to say ‘I do’ – and might we dare say going by her bridal shower photos – she is going to make one hell of a bride. The Selling Sunset star is all set to tie the knot with her partner HGTV host Tarek El Moussa and celebrated that fact in style at her bridal shower.
Who, What, Where, When?
The bridal shower seemed like a small but luxurious affair with her close friends and family being a part of the party. The shower was attended by both the bride and the groom’s mothers. You can even spot some of her Selling Sunset costars – including Mary Fitzgerald, Chrishell Stause, Amanza Smith, Maya Vander, Davina Potratz, Brett Oppenheim’s girlfriend, Tina Louise, and the newest member of Selling Sunset cast, Emma Hernan. While El Moussa’s kids from her first wedding were present at their engagement party – they were not present at the bridal shower – as it was a sophisticated affair with only the ladies. But El Moussa gave a guest appearance – when he video called his bride to be to congratulate her. The bridal shower took place this Saturday at Fig & Olive in Newport Beach.
The Gorgeous Bride-To-Be
Young rocked a white-feathered cocktail dress. Her corset was embellished with beads and featured a bow. She kept her look clean with minimal jewelry – going bare neck with only a pair of studs to go with the dress.
Let’s Talk Decor, Food, and Gifts
True to her persona – the decor of the party was kept feminine and chic. A step in, and you are transported to a pink and white heaved with floral throughout. The decor was as girly as it could get – with pink candles, butterfly-shaped place cards, stemware with gold edges, pale pink plates, and lots of bouquets.
When it came to food, Vegan dishes rocked the place – with three vegan courses and true to the theme – pink champagne.
She started her gift opening ceremony after playing a few bridal games – and she was showered with gifts that she could take to her beach honeymoon – from sunglasses and bikinis to lingerie. It was surprising to see what her mother gifted her – it was a sexy apron that had words sexy diva written on it and came along with a spatula and handcuffs. El Moussa gave her a diamond bracelet which was presented to her by her mother.