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The Best Man's Guide to Keeping the Groom Calm

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Being best man isn't just about planning epic celebrations - it's about being the groom's rock throughout the wedding journey. Here's your comprehensive guide to keeping your mate cool, collected, and composed from engagement to 'I do'.





Pre-Wedding Period:


Three Months Before:


Emotional Support: • Regular check-ins • Stress-free meetups • Exercise sessions • Gaming nights • Casual pub visits • Wedding-free chat time

Wedding Planning Support:

• Attend suit fittings • Help with admin tasks • Offer objective opinions • Handle vendor calls • Manage groomsmen • Buffer family pressure

Two Months Before:

Practical Assistance: • Organise suit collection • Coordinate groomsmen • Track RSVPs • Manage gift lists • Handle queries • Arrange transport

Mental Preparation:

• Practice ceremony • Review timeline • Discuss concerns • Plan speeches • Address worries • Build confidence


One Month Before:

Final Preparations: • Confirm arrangements • Check fit of suits • Organise rehearsals • Plan morning of • Create schedules • Set up timeline

Stress Management:

• Regular exercise • Meditation sessions • Breathing exercises • Relaxation time • Social activities • Healthy routines

The Week Before:

Practical Tasks: • Double-check everything • Prepare emergency kit • Confirm bookings • Arrange collections • Sort payments • Organise documents

Emotional Support:

• Daily check-ins • Calm activities • Light exercise • Good nutrition • Early nights • Minimal alcohol


The Day Before:


Morning Activities: • Light breakfast • Gentle exercise • Final checks • Relaxing activities • Stay hydrated • Avoid stress

Evening Preparation: • Early dinner • Outfit check • Early night • Set alarms • Pack bags • Brief family


Wedding Morning:


Early Start: • Scheduled wake-up • Healthy breakfast • Stay hydrated • Light exercise • Shower routine • Getting ready timeline

Practical Management: • Handle queries • Manage timeline • Coordinate groomsmen • Check transport • Monitor weather • Handle emergencies

Emotional Support: • Keep calm • Share memories • Light humour • Positive focus • Stay present • Manage nerves


During the Ceremony:


Before: • Arrive early • Final checks • Ring security • Manage guests • Support family • Keep schedule

During: • Stand proud • Hold rings • Offer support • Guide guests • Handle details • Stay focused

After: • Photos • Guest management • Timeline keeping • Family coordination • Transport checking • Detail handling


Reception Management:


Early Stages: • Coordinate entrance • Manage seating • Direct photographers • Handle timing • Support couple • Guide guests

During Reception: • Speech preparation • Toast coordination • Gift management • Guest assistance • Timeline keeping • Problem solving

End of Night: • Gift security • Transport coordination • Vendor payments • Guest departures • Final checks • Lock-up duties


Essential Skills:

  1. Communication: • Clear instructions • Calm tone • Positive language • Active listening • Quick responses • Diplomatic approach

  2. Organisation: • Detailed timeline • Contact lists • Backup plans • Document management • Task delegation • Progress tracking

  3. Problem Solving: • Quick thinking • Creative solutions • Calm approach • Resource management • Decision making • Crisis handling

  4. People Management: • Family dynamics • Vendor relations • Guest assistance • Team coordination • Conflict resolution • Mood management


Stress Management Techniques:

For the Groom: • Deep breathing • Mindfulness • Physical exercise • Distraction activities • Positive visualisation • Regular breaks

For Yourself: • Stay organised • Delegate tasks • Take breaks • Stay hydrated • Eat regularly • Maintain perspective

Emergency Situations:

Common Issues: • Missing items • Late arrivals • Weather changes • Vendor problems • Family drama • Technical issues

Solutions: • Stay calm • Act quickly • Use resources • Follow backup plans • Communicate clearly • Keep perspective

Pro Tips:

  1. Before the Day: • Create detailed timeline • Have backup plans • Know all contacts • Prepare emergency kit • Brief key people • Check everything twice

  2. On the Day: • Arrive early • Stay sober • Keep phone charged • Have backup plans • Stay positive • Be flexible

  3. After the Ceremony: • Maintain timeline • Support couple • Manage details • Handle issues • Stay available • Keep energy up


Remember: Your main role is to support the groom and ensure his day runs smoothly. Stay calm, stay organised, and most importantly, help him enjoy every moment of his special day.

Need help planning the perfect stag do to complement your best man duties? Contact Bar Crawl Beauties: • Phone: 02081464000 • Email: Info@barcrawlbeauties.co.uk

We'll handle the party planning while you focus on being the best Best Man possible!

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