If you are moving or relocating any time soon, then you already know how much stress and anxiety this can cause. However, with some help you can have a successful move, and still have a little energy left at the end of it to start unpacking at your new home! So, read on and find out how you can reduce the stress of your next move.
One of the first things to do when you know that you are moving, or going to be relocating in the near future is to by yourself a notebook and pen, or pencil, one that you can keep with you at all times of the day, and night. Now night time might seem a bit off, but sometimes the subconscious has a habit of finding solutions or giving you reminders at odd times, and having somewhere to jot down a quick reminder so that all your notes are in the same place, can be very helpful, I find. Choosing a book with dividers can be an advantage, as you can divide your tasks into the different sections. For example, you might use one section for keeping track of those you have given your new address to, and another for possible new homes, or your daily to do list, and perhaps a different one for moving quotes and information from moving companies you might use - you get the idea. By using a notebook, everything is kept together and you can refer back to see what you did a few days ago, because you will forget, believe me!
Start the habit of writing what you have done into your notebook, giving the date and the outcome of any phone calls, so that you can refer back as necessary and your notes will mean something. This is also helpful for future moves, as you can refer back to your notebook to see what you did then, and make sure you have everything under control this time.
Make certain that your notes make sense, so if necessary after a phone conversation, take a few minutes to summarize the outcome. Tracking and summarizing does take time, but it could save you from having to redo the task later when you've forgotten what the outcome was!
Get plenty of sleep. There is no escaping the fact that moving takes time, and unfortunately the rest of life continues, so you just have extra to fit into a day. You still have to go to work, get the kids to school and soccer practice. You still need to make meals, and more than ever, you need sleep. Getting your regular amount of sleep is important, despite the temptation to pack more while the house is quiet. The stress caused by moving is hard on your body, not to mention all the physical exercise of moving things around as you decide what to pack and what can go, so your body needs good quality sleep every night. This will enable you to focus better during the day, and cause fewer mistakes.
Try to have some fun. We are all agreed about the relocation stress, but having a laugh about events, anything is good for relieving that stress, and this is as important as sleep. Keeping a positive attitude too will help you get through this time, and don't forget to ask for help if you need it. Friends and family would often like to help, but perhaps do not have the good health required to move boxes, but they could help in other ways. Perhaps your friends could look after your young children a few hours a week, freeing up some time for you to get more done. Or perhaps you could store some of your glassware at their home so it gives you more room for now to sort other possessions. Perhaps they could pick children up from school, or soccer practice. It may only seem to save you half an hour, but that time adds up and can help you to get a lot more done.
Stay on top of your health, as stress can wear you down quite quickly. Remember to take good care of your health, and do not skip doctor's appointments for yourself in an effort to get more packing done. Your health is more important than ever during a move. Make a note of these, and make sure they do get done. Your health is important, so don't ignore it.
Keep a calendar close by you too, so that you can make sure you get your days and dates straight for all appointments. If your notebook already has this, use it! Now, with regards to your do it lists for each day, be realistic. You probably will not be able to cross off everything you hope to do each day. You must not beat yourself up about these things, just let it go and get on with the next thing.
You can only do so much each day, and moving it to the next day should be no big deal. Just make sure that anything that isn't completed does get moved to another to do list. Keep track of incomplete tasks and add then to the next days list so that you will not forget!
Return library books, and things borrowed from friends too, sooner rather than later. Return all these as soon as possible - then you can see what is yours to decide about keeping, recycling, or sending to the charity shops.
If you put items into black garbage bags, make sure you know what is in the bags, whether it is garbage, or to go to charity, so label the bags. Just to be certain, label bags that are for the garbage too. As you pack boxes. label them too, and if it is lots of small stuff, perhaps even put a list at the top f each box so you know what is there a few months down the road when you need it again. Overall, despite the time it takes to write a content list, it can save a lot of time in finding items later. You think you'll remember, but honestly, you have so much to think about that you will forget.
That's enough for now, as you probably have many other things to consider right now too. So, get some sleep, then tomorrow get yourself a suitable notebook, and a calendar if you don't already have one, and get yourself organized. You will be able to sleep better probably if you feel that you are organized and in control of your future, and it will help the rest of your family to get organized too. Planning and organization is key to any move, and when you have everything set up properly in advance, your move will go well, at least the part that you've had control over! Things like weather are somewhat harder to manage! And good luck with your next move!
Author Resource:
Moving and relocation is a very time consuming and exhausting process, and one which Steve Jackson, the author, gives plenty of useful advice at www.relocation-moves.com For anyone considering a move or relocation in the near future, this is a must read!
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