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Whispers to a Bride: Emotional Insight for your Wedding Drama

Whispers to a Bride: Emotional Insight for your Wedding Drama

By Kara Ghassabeh

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 karamaureen.com
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Episode 44: Perfectionism

Whispers to a Bride: Emotional Insight for your Wedding DramaMay 18, 2022

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Episode 133: Proposal Whiplash

Episode 133: Proposal Whiplash

In this episode, we delve into the common phenomenon of feeling proposal whiplash, which many individuals experience after their engagement. W

We explore the discrepancy between the perceived fairy-tale proposal, often portrayed on social media and in movies, and the more nuanced, quirky, and sometimes awkward reality that many face.

I emphasize the idea that proposals don't have to be perfect or entirely surprising, as long as they hold personal significance.

By shedding light on the concept of proposal whiplash and normalizing the complex emotions that can accompany engagements, this discussion aims to provide reassurance to those who may have felt overwhelmed or dissatisfied with their proposal experience. It reminds listeners to celebrate the unique aspects of their own stories and relationships, free from the pressure of conforming to idealized portrayals seen in media.


What you’ll learn from this episode:

What is proposal whiplash

The power of being present

Social media vs. real moments

Embracing proposal whiplash


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

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Episode 131: Disappointment & Delight
Feb 14, 202415:11
Episode 130: Essentialism
Feb 07, 202420:37
Episode 129: What vs. Why
Jan 31, 202414:08
Episode 128: Art of Gathering
Jan 24, 202414:47
Episode 127: Papercuts
Jan 17, 202410:59
Episode 126: I Hate My Ring
Jan 10, 202412:51
Episode 125: Readings I Love
Jan 03, 202411:15
Rebroadcast: The Dress

Rebroadcast: The Dress

Happy Holidays! Today I am rebroadcasting one of my favorite episodes.

Shopping for your wedding dress is one of the major moments where all of the pressures that are unique to a bride come together.

It's one of those moments that you think about as a child.

But it’s not just about the pretty dress,  it's all of these undercurrents that are happening too. It can be heartbreaking, stressful, and overwhelming but also poignant and memorable.

In this episode, we discuss the pressure of finding the perfect wedding dress and what that can make us feel like.


What you’ll learn from this episode:

The history of wedding dresses

How your wedding dress can make you feel

Why picking a wedding dress is so stressful

Society’s views on wedding dresses


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

Dec 27, 202314:39
Episode 124: Bailing as a Bridesmaid
Dec 20, 202318:05
Episode 123: Dress Shopping: A Case Study
Dec 13, 202321:39
Episode 122: Final Days Freak Out

Episode 122: Final Days Freak Out

I have been receiving inquiries from brides who are feeling overwhelmed and anxious just days before their wedding, expressing various feelings of disappointment, anxiety, and sadness about different aspects of their big day.

One of the reasons people may be hesitant to acknowledge their fears and stress as they approach important milestones is the fear that everything will fall apart if they admit to it. There is a worry that opening up will bring up too many unresolved issues that cannot be addressed before reaching their goal.

In this episode, I discuss the idea of spreading the burden by sharing thoughts with a trusted friend or engaging in journaling. Unloading everything can bring peace and clarity in a situation that may otherwise feel isolating, especially for brides. Releasing these emotions is healing and helps to regain peace and confidence.


What you’ll learn from this episode:

The power of venting and journaling

Healing through sharing

Holding both joy and sorrow

The importance of letting it out


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

Dec 06, 202320:00
Episode 121: Enjoy it, They say
Nov 29, 202315:19
Rebroadcast: Weight Loss & Weddings

Rebroadcast: Weight Loss & Weddings

Nov 22, 202320:14
Episode 120: Your Wedding is a Poem
Nov 15, 202320:30
Episode 119: Man in the Middle

Episode 119: Man in the Middle

In this episode, we delve into the complexities of navigating relationships with in-laws during wedding situations where the groom finds himself caught between his family of origin and his new wife.

I emphasize the importance of understanding that strong emotions from the family of origin are normal during weddings, as they signify a changing family structure. However, the groom's desire to keep the peace by avoiding conflict only perpetuates the discord between the bride.

Effective communication, setting boundaries, and establishing individual relationships with in-laws are all vital components of successfully overcoming these challenges. I also stress the importance of reflection, forgiveness, and compromise in order to find common ground and maintain healthy boundaries.


What you’ll learn from this episode:

Navigating the tension and creating boundaries in relationships

Building trust with your in-laws

The importance of creating a harmonious agreement with your in-laws

Being on the same team as your husband


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

Nov 08, 202319:59
Episode 118: You are Not Your Wedding
Nov 01, 202314:29
Episode 117: Be Nice
Oct 25, 202320:40
Episode 116: If You Can, Fix It
Oct 18, 202312:07
Episode 115: Things Fall Apart
Oct 11, 202315:59
Episode 114: Part of Me
Oct 04, 202321:48
Episode 113: Best Day Ever (Maybe)
Sep 27, 202314:35
Episode 112: Little Love Things
Sep 20, 202311:24
Episode 111: All the Feelings
Sep 13, 202314:44
Episode 110: My Mom Hates My Dress
Sep 06, 202308:06
Episode 109: A Generous Take
Aug 30, 202313:30
Episode 108: Plus One Drama
Aug 23, 202316:21
Episode 107: We Lose the Way
Aug 16, 202316:36
Episode 106: Remove the Question Mark
Aug 09, 202315:07
Episode 105: Q&A Mom Issues
Aug 02, 202318:29
Episode 104: Q&A Burnout
Jul 26, 202309:18
Episode 103: Q+A In The Moment
Jul 19, 202309:20
Episode 102: Core Wedding Memory
Jul 12, 202311:30
Episode 101: It Could Have Been Better
Jul 05, 202313:44
Episode 100: Loving Kindness
Jun 28, 202315:19
Episode 99: Bridesmaid Drama
Jun 21, 202314:13
Episode 98: Best Planner Advice
Jun 14, 202311:08
Episode 97: You Can't Get It Right
Jun 07, 202309:49
Episode 96: My Bridesmaid Dropout Story
May 31, 202316:25
Episode 95: Your Wedding is Art
May 24, 202314:04
Episode 94: Emotional Elegance
May 17, 202315:27
Episode 93: Go to Bed Angry
May 10, 202310:49
Episode 92: What We Are Not Doing
May 03, 202310:33
Episode 91: After the Ring
Apr 26, 202312:30
Episode 90: How You Do One Thing
Apr 19, 202313:48