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The journey to the wedding day may be a winding one. I’m happy to share some tips and tricks along the way. I continually offer ways to strengthen your relationship, and provide additional resources & tools. Scroll on down, and click on a post that interests you. The comments are always open, and I would love to know what you think!

Hope Mirlis 8/6/20 Hope Mirlis 8/6/20

How to be a Zen Bride: GET PHYSICAL

Wedding planning tends to bring on overwhelm and frustration. We all know that you and your mate should be celebrating your union, however there are lots of moving pieces to planning a wedding. It’s super important to take a mental break and GET PHYSICAL.

Hope Mirlis 7/9/20 Hope Mirlis 7/9/20

How to Be a Zen Bride: BREATHE

Wedding planning is stressful to most engaged couples. You’ve never done anything like it before, and there is an expectation of perfection. Many couples split the duties of planning. However, sometimes I see the bride taking on more of the responsibilities based on skill set or desire. Therefore, additional stress usually falls on the bride. You want to know how to be a Zen Bride? BREATHE.

Hope Mirlis 6/25/20 Hope Mirlis 6/25/20

Why Practice Yoga Before Your Wedding

It’s such an honor to be part of a couple’s Big Day and one of my favorite ways start the morning is with a wedding yoga practice! I believe that your day is all about connecting – connecting to your future partner and your family and friends.

Hope Mirlis 6/4/20 Hope Mirlis 6/4/20

Find Zen on Your Wedding Day

The wedding day is an exciting day. For most, it's many months (or years) in the making. There has been lots of planning and logistics, and that may come with nerves and anxiety. Here are some things you can do to find Zen and embrace calm on your wedding day!

Hope Mirlis 4/26/20 Hope Mirlis 4/26/20

Giving Yourself Permission

I've been reading Brené Brown's book, Dare to Lead. There are a few concepts in the book that resonate with me. However, what really speaks to me right now is Giving Yourself Permission. First off, don't get all jealous or excited about my productivity. Because I've digitally checked the book out of the library TWICE, and I am on track for having to do it a third time!

Hope Mirlis 12/21/18 Hope Mirlis 12/21/18

Creating Rituals

We are surrounded by ritual. I am not just saying that because I spend a good chunk of time writing and performing wedding ceremonies. When I speak to my couples about rituals, some look at me with fear or doubt. Yes, the definition of 'ritual' comes from a religious place, but it certainly doesn't have to. But I find the need for ritual in the every day. Um, Taco Tuesday, anyone?