If your vision seems constantly tinged by a red haze, vendors start suggesting they aren't the right "fit" and you feel your blood pressure soar at the slightest hint that you can't get your own way then you may turning into one of the most feared creatures on earth....the Bridezilla!  Here are 5 ways to check if you morphing from radiant bride to radioactive monster.

1. The people around you seem to be training for a marathon, as they keep sprinting away when they see you coming.  Hm, how many women do you know would put spontaneous exercise over cake tasting?  And when was the last time Great Aunt Sylvia moved that fast?  Truth is that if you are gaining a reputation for mood swings, loud outburst and temper tantrums your family just don't want to be around you.  This should be a special time in your life that you share with your closest friends and family so don't create friction that can ruin your wedding.  Remember that your family love you and want to make this day as perfect for you as they can, but don't be overly demanding with your expectations.

    

   
   
   
   

2. Even botox won't fix your wrinkles.  Where did those deep lines come from that appear constantly etched in your forehead?  Stress takes a huge toll on your appearance and health, and will quickly sap your energy and leave you looking and feeling tired.  Try to keep things in perspective and take time every day to relax and remind yourself of the love that is behind this special day.  If you find yourself getting cross, try closing your eyes and imagining your future life with your partner.
   
   
   

    

3. You start talking to voicemail more than your bridesmaids.  No, there isn't some mass breakdown of cell phones, the cold hard truth is that even your closest friends have begun to feel dread when they see your name pop up on caller ID and would rather know your reason for calling before dealing with you.  Be realistic about what you want your bridesmaids to do for you.  Can you expect them to be there for you 24/7 when they have a full time job and their own family to attend to?  Try to arrange weekly catch up meetings over coffee, cheesecake or cocktails to discuss the wedding plans rather than calling themevery time you have a crisis over whether to order fuchsia or dark pink ribbons for the favors.
   
   
   

    

4. You start to wonder if your fiance has been struck down with a bug, since he always seems to be sweating and pale when you see him, and his voice sounds hoarse.  Actually, you have just terrified the poor boy into this state!  If you are true Bridezilla, your fiance may be the one that is always handed the task of trying to reason with you on one point or another about the wedding details.  Remember that your wedding is just one day at the start of a long life together - focus on building a relationship based on trust and open communication and avoid shouting or criticizing when he asks you if you really need 5,000 butterflies released at your December wedding.