How to Reduce Stress During a Long-Distance Move

October 1, 2021

Moving across town is stressful enough — moving out of state is stressful on steroids! After all, you're leaving behind everything that's familiar and heading off into the unknown.

Reducing Long Distance Stress

Fortunately, there are steps you can take to reduce the stress of a move to a distant location. Start by learning more about your new state.

Climate
Available housing
Cost of living
Economic opportunities
Schools
Recreation
Shopping
Public transportation
Crime rates

Moving with Kids

If you think you're stressed out about leaving familiar people and places behind, imagine how your kids feel! Help your kids prepare for the move by involving them in the process.

Involve them in the research into their new home town. Encourage them to find new places to explore and new things they might like to do.
Let your kids pack their favorite books, small toys and games, etc. into a bag, tote, or backpack of their very own that they can keep with them throughout the move.
Leave their rooms until last so they'll have a sanctuary amidst the chaos of the move.
As a family, visit each room of the house, recall happy memories made there, and say goodbye to the room. This provides closure as you leave your home for the last time.

Don't forget your pets! Follow these tips for moving with pets to keep their stress levels down, too.

Getting Organized

Follow these four steps to keep your long-distance move organized instead of chaotic.

Inventory
Sort
Cull
Group together

Once your belongings are ready to pack, consider calling on the professionals. Experienced packing and moving professionals have the knowledge and skills needed to ensure your belongings arrive safely at your new home.

Calling on CT Moving and Storage for Help

We're a family-owned and operated company with 50 years of experience helping people move. At CT Moving and Storage, we offer free estimates, fair prices, and outstanding customer service. Contact us before your long-distance move and let us relieve some of that stress!

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