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How to Maintain Good Mental Wellbeing during Your Next Move?

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Most people sail through the moving process with no problems. Still, some people feel anxious or overwhelmed when they move. If you prepare beforehand and stay organized, your move can be more manageable. Here are a few basic tips to maintain a good mental wellbeing during your next move. Take the process one step at a time: Even a simple move can seem overwhelming if you look at it as one giant thing. At Great Rate Movers, we call it a “moving process” for a reason: It’s a series of small steps designed to help you reach your ultimate goal. Don’t bottle up your emotions: When making a move, it’s okay to have mixed feelings. Some people try to hold back their emotions but this can be mentally exhausting and doesn’t help anyone. You’re not alone; everyone else is impacted by the move too. Sharing your feelings can help you and other household members cope with the change more easily. Think about all the positives: There are many reasons people move, such as a better school s...

Factors That Can Affect Your Final Moving Cost

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If you’re moving, you want to make sure that you hire a reputable and experienced Alexandria moving company who will help you find ways to cut down your moving expenses. You also want to make sure that the moving company gives you an accurate estimate of how much those expenses will be. There are many factors that contribute to the cost of your move. For example, the weight of your belongings and the distance to your new home. There are several other factors that will affect your estimate as well, including: Packing & crafting costs: Don’t forget you’re paying for your moving company’s time. You can save money by packing some or all of your belongings yourself. Disassembling large pieces of furniture and taking apart things like artwork and grandfather clocks will reduce the time it takes to load and unload them, which means you pay less for labor. Poor access to your pick-up or drop-off location: If you live in a location where large trucks can’t drive, such as an old city ...

How to Maintain Good Mental Wellbeing during Your Next Move?

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Most people sail through the moving process with no problems. Still, some people feel anxious or overwhelmed when they move. If you prepare beforehand and stay organized, your move can be more manageable. Here are a few basic tips to maintain a good mental wellbeing during your next move. Take the process one step at a time: Even a simple move can seem overwhelming if you look at it as one giant thing. At Great Rate Movers, we call it a “moving process” for a reason: It’s a series of small steps designed to help you reach your ultimate goal. Don’t bottle up your emotions: When making a move, it’s okay to have mixed feelings. Some people try to hold back their emotions but this can be mentally exhausting and doesn’t help anyone. You’re not alone; everyone else is impacted by the move too. Sharing your feelings can help you and other household members cope with the change more easily. Think about all the positives: There are many reasons people move, such as a better school syst...