Getting married can be both an exhilarating and terrifying experience. Emotions run high during this time as even the most stable, balanced, and healthy individuals can question whether or not they are making the right decision. For individuals that struggle with any type of mental health issues, however, this time can be even more of a struggle. Here are four tips for overcoming marriage anxiety.

Perhaps the most important aspect of weathering this journey is accepting that it is simply a crazy, chaotic time for everyone. No one is immune to the roller coaster of emotions that the prospect of marriage can bring on. Give yourself space to breathe, take all the time that you need, and do your best to simply work through issues of anxiety as they arise.

While a certain level of fear is almost universal for all couples headed to the altar, the reasons different individuals experience this fear will generally be unique to that individual. Some people fear the loss of their personal identity, while others can fear losing their ability to support themselves. Whatever it is that you fear, a prenuptial agreement can help overcome or manage some of them. Most likely, your spouse-to-be wants to do what they can to help alleviate your fears. A prenup can help.

Most people experience a certain level of fear all on their own and don't need well-meaning family and friends exacerbating it. Whether or not you are making a mistake, it's your mistake to make. You can't make a decision like this in life based on what others think is right or wrong for you. While even your most loyal and supportive friends and family may have misgivings, the best of them will keep these misgivings to themselves and simply trust you to make the best decisions for yourself. Those are the people you want to keep close.

Just planning a wedding all by itself can already be overwhelming. For individuals that have a heavy schedule and other obligations, the pressure can become unbearable. During this time, it's important to lighten your load and narrow your focus to one thing. After the wedding, you can take up social obligations and responsibilities again, but for now—clear your schedule as much as possible. If you don't need to do it, don't.

It is essential to accept that the process of getting married is a crazy, chaotic time for everyone. No matter how poised other brides and grooms-to-be may appear, no one completely escapes nervousness, panic, and anxiety altogether. Gather a stable support system around you and breathe. If you feel you need additional help, consider speaking to a qualified therapist who might have the experience to help you deal with your anxiety in a more targeted, direct way. No matter what, you will make it through.