{"id":14342,"date":"2014-10-29T10:57:44","date_gmt":"2014-10-29T14:57:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/?p=14342"},"modified":"2019-11-18T02:55:57","modified_gmt":"2019-11-18T06:55:57","slug":"how-moving-changes-your-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/how-moving-changes-your-life\/","title":{"rendered":"How Does Moving Change Your Life?"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_14346\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14346\" style=\"width: 450px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-14346 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/will-moving-change-my-life.jpg\" alt=\"&quot;How will moving change my life?&quot;\" data-aspectratio=\"450\/342\" width=\"450\" height=\"342\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/will-moving-change-my-life.jpg 450w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/will-moving-change-my-life-300x228.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/will-moving-change-my-life-400x304.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14346\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">&#8220;How will moving change my life?&#8221;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Moving is all about change \u2013 an actual move from one place to another, together with your family, pets and plants, and of course all the personal possessions and household items that you have assessed as worth taking with you to your new residence. This is the tangible part of a relocation process that only scratches the surface &#8211; a physical event that can be seen, heard, tasted, smelled and touched.<\/p>\n<p>But moving is much more than just a physical relocation from point A to point B. Rather, it\u2019s a mental experience that gives us the chance to start over, the sweet opportunity to say goodbye to all the negative aspects of our old lifestyles and welcome the refreshing positive outlook on what lies ahead of us.<\/p>\n<p>So, in case you ever find yourself wondering, \u201c<strong><em>Will moving change my life?<\/em><\/strong>\u201d, you can be certain that a move will inevitably introduce novelty in your life, but it will be entirely up to you to make sure that those changes are for the better and make them work for you, not against you.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>How To Handle Stress<\/strong><strong> When Moving<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Your stress level will probably jump a notch or two during the frantic moving preparations and depending on its intensity and duration, the negative effects of that stressful period could continue to trouble you long after you\u2019ve moved into your new house or apartment.<\/p>\n<p>There are a number of specific safety measures you can take to <a href=\"\/move\/organize-stress-free-move\/\">keep the relocation pressure bearable<\/a>, such as allowing yourself a good head start, creating a moving calendar, getting rid of unwanted stuff, preparing a home inventory, dividing the packing process in stages, etc. Nevertheless, here are the three most usual stressing factors in a <a href=\"\/move\/local-moving-tips\/\">local move<\/a> or <a href=\"\/move\/state-to-state-moving-companies\/\">state to state relocation<\/a>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<figure id=\"attachment_14349\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14349\" style=\"width: 450px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-14349 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/smile-a-day-sticker.jpg\" alt=\"A smile is the ultimate weapon against\u2026 anything bad.\" data-aspectratio=\"450\/300\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/smile-a-day-sticker.jpg 450w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/smile-a-day-sticker-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/smile-a-day-sticker-400x266.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14349\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A smile is the ultimate weapon against\u2026 anything bad.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Running out of time: <\/strong>falling behind schedule and knowing that you won\u2019t be able to do all the required tasks until moving day can be rather hard on the nerves. Avoid such an unpleasant situation by <a href=\"\/move\/time-saving-packing-tips\/\">organizing your time the right way<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Running out of money: <\/strong>while time is our mortal enemy,insufficient money has proven time and time again to be our universal burden and, arguably, the number one stressor when moving. Luckily, there are various ways to <a href=\"\/move\/save-on-moving-services\/\">cut down your moving expenses<\/a> and keep the entire relocation well within the limits of your moving budget.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fear of the unknown: <\/strong>nobody knows what will happen tomorrow, let alone in the near future, so any excessive worries or ungrounded fears about all the changes that your upcoming <a href=\"\/moving-companies.php\">short distance or long distance move<\/a> will bring will only prevent you from recognizing and enjoying the great opportunities and benefits waiting for you at your new home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"\/move\/how-often-and-why-americans-move\/\">How often and why Americans relocate<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How Can Moving Change Your Life?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Fight Relocation Depression<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s no secret that most often than not, as soon as the moving truck departs and the last box is carried inside your home, the physical efforts of the exhausting pre-moving preparations will get replaced by a long acclimatization period which is bound to take its toll on your mental state.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Loneliness<\/strong>: if you\u2019ve relocated together with your entire family, then you should be fine. Mutual support and timely assistance within the family are the only ways to escape the treacherous traps that loneliness can present for you when <a href=\"\/move\/deciding-to-move-new-city\/\">move to a new city<\/a>. However, if you\u2019ve decided to <a href=\"\/move\/moving-to-unfamiliar-place\/\">move to a place where you don\u2019t know anybody<\/a> and you\u2019re all by yourself, then you may end up feeling that you don\u2019t really fit with the people around you \u2013 neighbors, coworkers, acquaintances or even future friends.<\/li>\n<li>\n<figure id=\"attachment_14357\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14357\" style=\"width: 450px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-14357 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/loaded-moving-van.jpg\" alt=\"Never stop believing that your life is changing for the better.\" data-aspectratio=\"450\/338\" width=\"450\" height=\"338\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/loaded-moving-van.jpg 450w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/loaded-moving-van-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/loaded-moving-van-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14357\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Never stop believing that your life is changing for the better.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Abrupt change of scenery: <\/strong>the climate in your new location may be completely different than the one you\u2019re normally used to, and that will undoubtedly affect your mood &#8211; pleasantly warm and sunny weather may be replaced by predominantly grey, cloudy and rainy days, and vice versa. Also, if you\u2019ve relocated from a big city to a <a href=\"\/move\/moving-to-the-country\/\">small or rural town<\/a>, then you could find yourself extremely bored by the lack of entertainment options and get to miss the swarm of people and the typical urban hecticness and even noise and pollution. Alternatively, if you\u2019re a small town person, then you may get the privilege to experience the notorious big city blues.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nostalgia<\/strong>: some people cope with nostalgia better than others, but one thing is certain &#8211; missing your old life (family, friends, coworkers, neighbors, daily routine) will be part of the acclimatization process. But regardless of whether your nostalgic sting is sharp or dull, do not forget the people who matter to you and make every effort to stay in touch with them. You shouldn\u2019t let your relocation be a reason to let meaningful relationships fall apart.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Enjoy Your Fresh Start<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you have lived in one place for many years, you may have started feeling stuck, empty and yearning for a radical change in your life. This is when introducing new environment, exploring unfamiliar places and meeting new and interesting people, and hopefully <a href=\"\/move\/befriend-new-neighbors\/\">befriending some of them<\/a>, might be just what you need to get the fresh start that you so desperately need.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can moving cure depression? Yes, it can.<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_14352\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14352\" style=\"width: 450px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-14352 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/will-be-ok-sign.jpg\" alt=\"True change comes from within.\" data-aspectratio=\"450\/338\" width=\"450\" height=\"338\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/will-be-ok-sign.jpg 450w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/will-be-ok-sign-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/will-be-ok-sign-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14352\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">True change comes from within.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>All you have to do is focus on the positive aspects that moving is about to bring into your days \u2013 a promising job with sufficient room for personal growth and professional advancement, brand new caring and loyal friends to have fun with, an agreeable climate just to your preferences and overall better opportunities to pursue your most cherished dreams.<\/p>\n<p>Adopt a positive attitude and purge your mind of any negative thoughts.<\/p>\n<p>Do your best to rediscover your purpose and start each day with a clear mind and recharged body.<\/p>\n<p>So, if you want to know how moving changes your life, you\u2019ll have to seek the elusive answer deep inside you, for only you can find its hidden meaning and alter the ways you perceive the world around you after a move. Remember that when you relocate, you also relocate your mind, which means that true change will not be attainable unless you deal with the root of the personal issues in your head.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Choose to be happy and you will be<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Moving is all about change \u2013 an actual move from one place to another, together with your family, pets and plants, and of course all the personal possessions and household items that you have assessed as worth taking with you to your new residence. 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