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Signs of Nervousness Prior to a Wedding

Signs of nervousness before the wedding also goes by other names. A couple of these include pre-wedding jitters and cold feet. They are a common phenomenon brought on by major life changes for the bride, groom and their families and friends. Identifying the symptoms of mild nervousness goes a long way in reducing their effects on your big day.

  1. Physical Signs

    • The physical signs of nervousness can bring on panic in and of themselves. Symptoms like rapid heartbeat, sweating, nausea, dry mouth and dizziness are some of the more common symptoms. You may also experience trembling, upset stomach, irritability and palpitations. If these symptoms follow on the heels of thoughts about your big day, questions about your future or are triggered by wedding planning, you may be experiencing pre-wedding jitters.

    Emotional Signs

    • Some people internalize their feelings and may only manifest emotional symptoms of nervousness. These may include feelings of dread, apprehension, worry, depression, fear, confusion, dread or insecurity. Feelings like these that come in waves -- and that you are able to logically quell -- are also signs of cold feet.

    When to Worry

    • If your nervousness is permanent and takes all the joy out of your wedding, or if your anxiety is debilitating, your sub-conscious may be trying to warn you. Since nervousness is an instinctual response, nerves that cannot be settled, or questioning your own or his true feelings should send up a red flag in your mind. You need to resolve such issues before the wedding to save heartache afterward.

    Calming Nerves

    • Before the nerves completely take over and cause you to doubt everything you know to be true, try to get them under control. This may be as simple as a mental slap and telling yourself not to be silly, or may require meditation or an herbal remedy to control. Deep breathing can help to refocus negative energy. Positive self-talk is also helpful, or a long talk with your spouse-to-be may be just the ticket to gain calming perspective.

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