The Wedding Roller Coaster

Expert Advice

The Wedding Roller Coaster was written by a successful, seasoned wedding planner. When you thumb through the pages, you will benefit from her years of experience while also hearing from couples, psychologists, and experts.

Tools You Can Use

By the time you are done reading, you will have the frameworks, talking points, methods, and discussion questions you need to preserve and grow your relationships, despite wedding insanity.

Stories (and a Few Cautionary Tales)

Ooh, wee! There is some serious tea spillin' going on. From the groomsman who made the wedding an hour late to the mother-in-law who faked a medical emergency to be the center of attention, this book is a real page-turner.

• Not feeling "normal?" Spoiler alert: No one is quite themselves when planning a wedding. Take helpful recommendations from psychologists to relieve some of the pressure and set yourself up for success in marriage and life.

• That big fight was not about the fried chicken (Not really, anyway). Take a peek behind the outbursts and odd behaviors into the deeper emotions underneath.

• Stress does more than just make you a bit grumpy. Gain awareness on its effects on your body, mind, spirit, and relationships.

• Feeling selfish? Good! Learn why being all about yourself and your partner is actually a healthy idea. Your wedding should feel like you.

• Heads up: Guests and wedding party members misbehave. Get tips on how to shake it off and enjoy your day.

• “I'm not being defensive” is usually a surefire way to tell that someone is, in fact, being defensive. Uncomplicate big, complex emotions to get everyone on the same page.

• Life happens while you are busy planning your wedding. Read amazing stories of triumph, beauty, and joy when the worst strikes. Break out the tissues!

• When someone tells you that you look good, is your first response something like, "Thanks, but..."? Unfortunately, self-image issues seem larger than life during wedding planning. Find out some tools to give you and your body grace.

• Awkwaaaarrrdd.…Yes, it's time to lean into those uncomfy conversations about sex, children, and money. Don't let mismatched expectations tank your marriage or cause a rift between family members.

• No, you don't have to invite Shirley, your second cousin twice removed. Feel confident about your guest list. Not everyone needs to make the cut.

• Unless you recently evolved to have mind-reading powers, you and your partner will need to buff up on your communication skills if you are going to make it through your engagement unscathed. This book is chocked full of practical ideas to get the conversation going.

• Say it with me, "No." Very good. You are already on your way to establishing better boundaries. Now, buy the book and learn how to create relationship frameworks that stop conflict in its tracks.