It is really scary. I think it's a natural feeling to have
It is really scary. I think it's a natural feeling to have nerves when it comes to a wedding.
In the words of Katie Cassidy, we hear the trembling of the human heart before one of life’s most profound thresholds: the wedding. She names it as scary, not with shame, but with honesty, for it is the moment when two destinies are joined into one, and the weight of such a union cannot but stir the soul. To feel nerves at such a crossing is not weakness but nature itself reminding us of the gravity of vows made before heaven and earth.
The ancients often spoke of fear not as an enemy, but as a companion of great undertakings. Before battle, even the bravest of warriors felt their hearts quake, for they knew what was at stake. So too at a wedding does one stand at the edge of the known, stepping into a future unwritten, hand in hand with another. Fear, then, is the shadow cast by love’s great fire, a sign that what is happening is no trivial thing, but a sacred and binding passage.
History gives us echoes of this truth. When Queen Victoria wed Prince Albert, though deeply in love, she confided in her journal the heaviness of the day, for she felt the enormity of her role as wife and monarch converging. Her nerves did not lessen her devotion; rather, they revealed the vastness of the responsibility she bore. Likewise, Cassidy’s words remind us that trembling at the altar is not a sign of doubt, but of reverence for the journey ahead.
In truth, the nerves of a wedding day are akin to the storm before calm seas. They test the heart, reminding it that the step being taken is not one to be undone lightly. Just as the sailor feels both fear and awe before setting sail on unknown waters, so too does the bride or groom feel both terror and joy as they bind themselves to another’s fate. The greatness of the voyage is revealed in the quaking of the heart.
Therefore let this teaching be remembered: to feel fear at a wedding is not to falter, but to honor the sacredness of the moment. Love and nerves are woven together, for without nerves, love would seem too light, too casual. It is the trembling that sanctifies the vow, for it shows that the soul understands the weight of eternity. And so, in the words of Cassidy, we find not frailty, but wisdom—that fear is the herald of love’s deepest courage.
VTNguyen Van Tinh
Katie Cassidy hits the nail on the head with the nerves surrounding weddings. With all the planning, family dynamics, and the enormity of the commitment, it’s no wonder people feel anxious. Do you think that couples should talk more openly about these nerves or keep them to themselves, fearing it might take away from the excitement of the day?
AQAnh Quach
Katie Cassidy’s thoughts about wedding nerves are totally relatable. It’s a big milestone, and feeling anxious is part of the experience. Do you think that anxiety is heightened by the expectations of family and friends, or is it simply the anticipation of making such an important commitment that causes it?
ADNguyen Ngoc Anh Duong
Weddings are often painted as joyous celebrations, but as Katie Cassidy mentions, they can be overwhelming and nerve-wracking too. How do you think couples can manage those nerves before the big day? Do you think focusing on the celebration itself or taking moments to relax can help ease the anxiety?
TLNguyen Trong Linh
Katie Cassidy’s quote makes me think about how universal those wedding jitters are. Even if you’re excited about marrying the person you love, it’s normal to feel anxious. Do you think nerves are a sign that someone is taking the commitment seriously, or is it more about the overwhelming nature of planning such a big event?
HBNguyen Hoang Bach
I completely agree with Katie Cassidy. It’s such a huge step, and the nerves are expected. Do you think the anxiety around weddings has to do with the event itself or the expectations that come with it? Does society put too much pressure on couples to have a flawless celebration, making the whole thing even more nerve-wracking?