If wedding planning feels heavier than you expected, there’s a reason for that.

In this episode, Jessie Khaira breaks down why South Asian wedding planning often carries emotional weight long before logistics become complicated. From unspoken expectations and hidden decision-makers to guilt, obligation, and cultural pressure, this conversation explores what’s really happening beneath the surface.

This is not an episode about budgets or timelines. It’s about understanding the emotional dynamics that make planning feel overwhelming, especially for first-generation couples navigating tradition, family roles, and modern expectations at the same time.

Whether you’re a planner supporting South Asian clients or a couple wondering why this process feels harder than it “should,” this episode offers clarity, validation, and perspective.

Chapters

00:00 – Why South Asian wedding planning feels heavy early on
01:05 – The emotional layers behind family involvement
02:30 – Hidden decision-makers and unspoken influence
04:10 – Money as meaning, not numbers
05:45 – Gratitude, guilt, and conflicting emotions
07:15 – First-generation identity and cultural tension
08:50 – The role of partners in family communication
10:20 – Why feeling overwhelmed does not mean you’re failing

Connect with Jessie

Website: www.jessiekhaira.com

Instagram: @jessiekhaira

If you are planning a South Asian wedding, supporting someone who is, or working in this space as a planner, this podcast was created for you. Hit subscribe and join the conversation as we plan with clarity, confidence, and perspective.