Given how much of an achievement it is to move into a new home, it’s a little surprising to find that it ranks alongside the more stressful life events. This is something we do because we want to do it. Yet, studies have shown that it ranks alongside divorce when it comes to the stress levels. Perhaps it’s because people are taken by surprise and don’t fully understand all the tasks that are involved in moving. Whatever it is, let’s make sure that it doesn’t happen to you. Below, we take a look at a few tried and tested ways to reduce the stress of moving.
Plenty of Time
It could be stressful to tie your shoelaces if you only had two seconds to do so. As with anything, it’s important that you give yourself enough time to complete the move without it feeling like a rush job. Of course, there will eventually come the big day when you have to do more than usual, but you can make this day a lot easier for yourself by getting as much planned in advance as possible. A little bit of time each day in the months up to the move can make all the difference.
Clear the Schedule
When you’re moving, you’ll want to just focus on the task at hand. It’s going to be stressful if you’re trying to fit in a big move while also looking after your children and going to work. So in the days before and after moving day, look at clearing the schedule. You can take a few days off work, and sent the kids to stay with the grandparents. That way, you’ll have nothing to distract you from the task of moving from one property to another.
Added Help
It’s tempting to look at everything you have to do and wonder how you and your partner can do everything in time. And this feeling, the idea that your responsible for every single task, will build and build and add to your stress. But here’s the thing: there’s no reason to do everything yourself, not when there are so many other people that can help you. For your belongings, you can look at working with a removalist company; they’ll have the experience to do the job efficiently. For all the other little tasks, you can rope in the help of your friends and family.
Well-Prepared
You’ll want to be as focused on the task at hand as can be, not worrying about the everyday tasks, like food and where you’re going to sleep. Before your move, look at making yourself as well-prepared as possible. This could involve staying at a nearby hotel the night before you move, so you’re well-rested, and also preparing food in advance, so you always have something to eat.
Go with the Flow
Finally, try to keep a big-picture mentality. Things won’t be perfect or fun all the time, but it won’t last long, and you’ll soon get to enjoy life in a new house!