Welcome to the Era of Mindful Weddings [Video]

A welcome cocktail event, day-after brunch, or even a pool party are considered common additions to a wedding weekend. But how about a group yoga class, sound bath, and spa services? Or, a trip to Burning Man to exchange vows in the playa à la model Kelly Gale? As couples are thinking more about the guest experience throughout their wedding celebrations, quite a few are going a step further than offering welcome bags upon arrival. The overall wellbeing of guests’ bodies, minds, and spiritual selves are now being given thought as to-be-weds plan their nuptials.

“Many of our recent clients have been considering mindfulness when planning their weddings. They want to be present the entire day and want their guests to be present with them,” share wedding planners Tracey Benor and Allie Beik of Benor & Beik. “One couple included meditation at their outdoor ceremony—a beautiful way to share something they love with …