How To Reduce Stress While Moving Home

By Karen Thorogood | May 27, 2021

How To Reduce Stress While Moving Home

Moving can be overwhelming. But here you are, having made a great decision; moving to a new home. Are you ready to make it fun and have some good memories about it?

A new adventure has begun, a new area, new people, and a new place that you sooner than later will call home. All those changes might be a sign of good things to come. Think about new opportunities and freedom, be proud you are making it happen already.

Moving is a big step in life, whether you are single or have a family. At Optimove, our goal is to turn that stress feeling into productivity. We know dealing with stress and anxiety about the idea of leaving is a significant thing. As well as financial concerns and how time-consuming moving can be. These are just some of the reasons for stress when moving day is closer.

Well, let’s bring the taste of happiness into this experience. In this guide, you will find good moving tips to reduce and replace negative emotions.

The moving process is now a reality. It is essential to follow these steps to make it successful:

How To Manage Stress While Moving

Here are 6 simple ways to reduce stress while you are moving home and keep it positive.

1. Open your mind

Start by opening your heart and mind to this new place. A nice way to do it is by making a projection board about how you want the new house to look inside and out. You can use your laptop too, adding little things you think you will enjoy in your new home, such as the colour of the walls or those plants that give serenity. That comfort will make you feel excited about moving.

2. Start Planning your move

It is important to create a plan to move. The key is to begin early. We recommend starting at least six weeks before your move so that you have enough time to put everything in order.

Making a basic checklist will really help. That list will be a lifesaver and reduce stress. It will help you to check that everything is there and you haven’t left anything behind.

3. Declutter

Getting rid of things you no longer want or need makes the moving process easier. If something is not going to bring you a real benefit, you can donate it to charity. Or give some things away like gifts to loved ones, or hold a garage sale. The last one is a great idea to add money to your budget and reduce moving costs.

4. Keep your valuables with you

Have a box containing all your valuable items. Such as jewellery, cash, sentimental items, and important documents with you on moving day. This will give you peace of mind that your most important things are safe and secure.

5. Make it fun

Listen to music while you are packing, have some snacks, take breaks, invite friends or family members to help with tasks. Being surrounded by people you love is therapeutic, and you will be able to spend more time with them before you move. Motivate yourself, pay attention to the achievement you are about to make. Celebrate with a goodbye mini-reunion and be ready to embrace the change.

6. Hire professional movers

On moving day you can relax a bit more if you have professionals to help with your move. Make sure they have good ratings and reviews and are reliable and trustworthy. Optimove are Brisbane’s #1 rated removalists, with a 5-star rating on Google Reviews from over 1500 ratings.

Are you looking to reduce stress while moving home? Then contact Optimove today for stress-free moves at incredible value for money. Call 1300 400 874 today for a free quote, or contact us online.

My partner and I have just used Optimove removals for a double move – stuff out of my house to storage whilst another truck at his place to bring his furniture and belongings to here and more to storage. We went with them based on price and a promise of ‘great care’

The removalist service has been fantastic. The boys all moved fast on both crews, were so easy to deal with, and I’ll be honest I can’t remember the last time I saw everything plastic and or blanket wrapped so well to completely protect everything we have. I would HIGHLY recommend these guys. Jacqueline Nagle

“By far the best removalists I have used. Adam and Chris were fantastic. On time, polite, energetic, fast and careful with all of my furniture. Reasonably priced and very efficient .” Jessie Mariee Watson, 29 August 2016

“I couldn’t have been happier with my choice of Optimove to shift a lot of my precious belongings into storage. The removal team phoned me to give an estimated time of arrival and when they arrived no time was wasted. The 2 removalists were fast and efficient. I was very impressed and would certainly recommend them to anyone looking for removalists and would have no hesitation in employing their services again.” Sue Bertram, 19 August 2016

“Best removal company we have ever used. Optimove removals is a great moving company, two nice lads who moved at a good pace. Everything was well looked after and arrived in perfect condition. Very good prices, next time you are looking to move to a new location check these removalists out. Better than a hiring a truck and moving your own stuff by a long way. On time, polite, no hidden costs – the most energetic men ever!!!!!” Kirsten Maria Corin, 2 August 2016

“On Saturday just gone, Adam and Chris from Optimove did an outstanding job in moving us from Burleigh Heads to Cornubia. They worked tirelessly without stopping for 5-6 hours until the job was done, whilst taking absolute care of all our possessions. They were friendly, honest and just downright good blokes. I high recommend Optimove.” Glen Read, 18 July 2016

“Just wanted to take a second to say a big thank you to the team at Optimove. The guys that arrived on the day were so friendly, helpful and professional. I couldn’t believe that when they said everything would get wrapped and protected that it actually happened. I have moved several times in the past but I found these guys definitely stood out amongst the rest with their speed and professionalism…” Carly Turner, 9 July 2016

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