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Whispers to a Bride: Emotional Insight for your Wedding Drama Kara Ghassabeh
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- Maatschappij en cultuur
Welcome to Whispers to a Bride where we address the emotional aspects of getting married so you can navigate the stress and drama with grace and ease. This podcast talks about what it means to be a bride and how it impacts your identity and your closest relationships. You will learn how to prepare mentally and emotionally not only for your wedding day but for your married life as well.
Kara Maureen is a Bridal Coach and Therapist who helps brides solve wedding drama with grace.
Connect with Kara:
On Instagram: @karaghassabeh
Find out how to work with Kara at https://karamaureen.com
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Episode 148: What Should Be
In this episode, we explore the concept of what "should be" and how it can lead to unnecessary suffering and unrealistic expectations.
The idea of how things should look, feel, and be can create a sense of pressure and dissatisfaction, whether it's about how people should act, how much should be spent, or how one should feel during this time.
My goal is to help you stop fighting with reality and embrace the uniqueness of one's journey to the altar, allowing oneself to be fully present and engaged in the moment without being weighed down by unrealistic shoulds.
What you’ll learn from this episode:
The Power of "Should”
Avoiding Uncomfortable Feelings
Embracing Joy and Acceptance
Overcoming the "Shoulds”
Featured on the show:
Follow me on Instagram to learn more about navigating your wedding with grace and ease: https://www.instagram.com/karaghassabeh/
Check out **The Bridal Prep Academy:** https://karamaureen.com
Let’s connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaraMaureenBridalCoaching
Get your copy of the book, **Whispers to a Bride:**
https://www.amazon.com/Whispers-Bride-handle-stress-drama/dp/B0BCRXBQFN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1UXWJVJOF3MNI&keywords=whispers+to+a+bride&qid=1662643892&sprefix=whispers+to+a+bride%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-1 -
Episode 147: Directionality of Delight
In this episode, I delve into a fascinating insight gained from a recent bridal session. The bride I worked with was exceptional, planning a grand, elaborate European wedding filled with intricate details and a desire to leave guests completely awestruck.
She invested immense time, effort, and personal identity into bringing her dream wedding to life. However, as the big day approached, she grappled with the realization that guests might not view the event with the same significance and intensity as she did, leading to feelings of self-doubt and concern about the overall impact of the wedding.
We discuss the transformative power of embracing one's creations, relishing in the beauty of the moment, and radiating delight from within.
What you’ll learn from this episode:
Embracing personal doubt
Generating delight
Relishing in the beauty of the moment
Featured on the show:
Follow me on Instagram to learn more about navigating your wedding with grace and ease: https://www.instagram.com/karaghassabeh/
Check out **The Bridal Prep Academy:** https://karamaureen.com
Let’s connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaraMaureenBridalCoaching
Get your copy of the book, **Whispers to a Bride:**
https://www.amazon.com/Whispers-Bride-handle-stress-drama/dp/B0BCRXBQFN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1UXWJVJOF3MNI&keywords=whispers+to+a+bride&qid=1662643892&sprefix=whispers+to+a+bride%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-1 -
Episode 146: The Green Dress Dilemma
In today's episode I’m sharing a conversation I had about a bride's experience with a bridesmaid dress issue. The bride, planning a beautiful wedding with a relatively large bridal party, requested her bridesmaids to wear floor-length dresses in varying shades of green. Most bridesmaids were accommodating, but one bridesmaid consistently sent dress options that did not meet the requirements.
This dilemma highlights the underlying tensions and misunderstandings that can arise during wedding preparations, where seemingly trivial details can become magnified sources of stress.
It serves as a reminder of the emotional intensity and unpredictability that can characterize such milestones, shedding light on the need for open communication, understanding, and compromise within relationships.
What you’ll learn from this episode:
How to handle issues with your bridesmaids
Balancing Relationships and Requests
Unpredictable Bridal Party Dynamics
Featured on the show:
Follow me on Instagram to learn more about navigating your wedding with grace and ease: https://www.instagram.com/karaghassabeh/
Check out The Bridal Prep Academy: https://karamaureen.com
Let’s connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaraMaureenBridalCoaching
Get your copy of the book, Whispers to a Bride:
https://www.amazon.com/Whispers-Bride-handle-stress-drama/dp/B0BCRXBQFN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1UXWJVJOF3MNI&keywords=whispers+to+a+bride&qid=1662643892&sprefix=whispers+to+a+bride%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-1 -
Episode 145: Let Them Be Wrong
Today we are exploring the concept of softening into the idea that it's okay if others misunderstand or misinterpret decisions made during wedding planning and to release the need to constantly clarify or seek approval.
By embracing the mantra "let them be wrong," brides can let go of the rope in interpersonal dynamics, returning to a place of inner clarity and self-assurance.
By accepting that misunderstandings may arise and choosing to let others be wrong about you, a sense of peace and empowerment can be cultivated. It’s so important to trust oneself, prioritize personal peace, and extend love and understanding to those who may hold misconceptions.
What you’ll learn from this episode:
The concept of “let them be wrong”
Softening Into Acceptance
The importance of not seeking approval from others
Featured on the show:
Follow me on Instagram to learn more about navigating your wedding with grace and ease: https://www.instagram.com/karaghassabeh/
Check out The Bridal Prep Academy: https://karamaureen.com
Let’s connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaraMaureenBridalCoaching
Get your copy of the book, Whispers to a Bride:
https://www.amazon.com/Whispers-Bride-handle-stress-drama/dp/B0BCRXBQFN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1UXWJVJOF3MNI&keywords=whispers+to+a+bride&qid=1662643892&sprefix=whispers+to+a+bride%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-1 -
Episode 144: Sacred Shopping Part 2
Wendy Rivera is back for part two of our discussion on sacred shopping.
It’s not about the dress, it’s about the feeling you have when wearing the dress. Wendy goes into how she and her stylist help the bride pick the right dress so she can feel beautiful on her wedding day.
We discuss picking the right stylist, not worrying about the aesthetic of your wedding when picking your wedding dress, and not relying on someone else to tell you how you look in a dress.
What you’ll learn from this episode:
The importance of having the right stylist
Why the aesthetic of your wedding doesn’t matter when you are dress shopping
A sneak peak at the dress shopping experience at Ava Laurenne
Not ending your bridal journey after your wedding
Featured on the show:
Follow me on Instagram to learn more about navigating your wedding with grace and ease: https://www.instagram.com/karaghassabeh/
Check out The Bridal Prep Academy: https://karamaureen.com
Let’s connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaraMaureenBridalCoaching
Get your copy of the book, Whispers to a Bride:
https://www.amazon.com/Whispers-Bride-handle-stress-drama/dp/B0BCRXBQFN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1UXWJVJOF3MNI&keywords=whispers+to+a+bride&qid=1662643892&sprefix=whispers+to+a+bride%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-1
Connect with Wendy: https://www.avalaurennebride.com/ -
Episode 143: Sacred Shopping Part 1
Today on the podcast, we have a special guest. Wendy Rivera is the owner of Ava Laurenne Bride and also has a consulting business called Do You Speak Bride?
Your wedding is so much more than a numbers thing. It’s about people and love. Wendy really embodies that in her business and she tells us how she uses that approach when selling wedding dresses.
We discuss how beautifully sensitive the engagement period is, the importance of having someone to walk beside you as a bride, and choosing the right wedding dress.
What you’ll learn from this episode:
How beautifully sensitive your engagement is
Being open minded when it comes to dress shopping
Finding the right people to help you with your wedding
Trusting your gut
Featured on the show:
Follow me on Instagram to learn more about navigating your wedding with grace and ease: https://www.instagram.com/karaghassabeh/
Check out The Bridal Prep Academy: https://karamaureen.com
Let’s connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaraMaureenBridalCoaching
Get your copy of the book, Whispers to a Bride:
https://www.amazon.com/Whispers-Bride-handle-stress-drama/dp/B0BCRXBQFN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1UXWJVJOF3MNI&keywords=whispers+to+a+bride&qid=1662643892&sprefix=whispers+to+a+bride%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-1
Connect with Wendy: https://doyouspeakbride.com/