Prince William and Kate Middleton seem to be a relaxed couple… what do you suppose is their secret? Sure, they have unlimited resources and probably a stellar team of wedding professionals to help them pull the big day together on April 29th, but I believe they are so dynamic because they are on the same page.

couple holding hands

Many of you lucky ladies and gentlemen will be getting engaged over the next few weeks… as you embark on this next chapter of your life, don’t ever lose sight of the reasons for which you fell in love with one another in the first place. Start the wedding planning process by identifying 5 things that are essential for each of you when it comes to the most important day of your life, and keep that list handy if it ever feels like the process is becoming unbalanced. Support each other, keep your goals in mind and always address issues with patience and understanding. (Remembering these tips will help you when friends and family members begin to get involved… and trust me, they will.)

At the end of the day, it’s about the two of you sharing your love with the world. Stay calm, cool and collected and others will follow suit.