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First off, no need for RSVP guilt.
Were still very much in the midst of a global health crisis.
You cant understand why youre the only outlier, and you feel broken up about it.
What should you do?
How do you politely decline a wedding invitation (for any reason)?
Chicago-based psychotherapist
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
How many guests are attending?Are all wedding guests required to be vaccinated?Are masks required?
By weighing the responses to these questions, youll be better able to make the right choice for you.
Clinical psychologistAimee Daramus, PsyD, encourages us all not to, though.
Your conflict avoidance is often driven by your fear of losing important relationships, she says.
Your bandwidth for handling stress right now is also going to be a factor.
This is why risk tolerance also plays a big role in this decision-making process, according to Dr. Daramus.
So, while knowledge is power, dont just take everything youre told at face value.
Your friends telling you its safe because of XYZ protocols in place is not the same as science.
Chicago-based psychotherapist
A RSVP decline is all thats necessary if you dont have a close, familial relationship.
Need an example script?
Gottsman recommends something like this:
I wanted to contact you in person and thank you for the invitation.
Unfortunately, Im still not comfortable traveling or being in crowds of any kind at this moment.
I wish I could be there on your big day, but unfortunately I wont be able to attend.
I would love to get together for [dinner/drinks/etc.]
to celebrate with you both after the honeymoon!
But the delivery itself really doesnt have to extend past three sentences.
Getting something from their registry or a gift basket could work if they skipped on the Zola account.
Money is also always good, but its a pandemic, so you do whats right for you.
Theres nothing wrong with that.
Another thing you shouldnt do?
Dont feel the need to over-explain your reasoning for why you cant make it.
It is the thought that counts and not the dollar amount.
Not in a financial spot to buy a gift, she recommends sending a hand-written note.
Can I decline if I already accepted a wedding invitation?
If youve already RSVPd yes and change your mind, the same rule applies.
No need to belabor the conversationGottsman says to keep it short, sweet, and polite.
That said, Forrest says that reversing your RSVP should really only be for unforeseen circumstances.
The cost of the wedding is also based on guest count.
That said, she acknowledges that things happen.
Are there any good reasons to decline a wedding party invitation?
Being part of a wedding party is a commitment.
Not sure what to say?
Wish you knew how to decline more invitations in your life?
Learn how topolitely decline a virtual date, next.
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