Have you ever moved before? If yes, you don’t need us to tell you it could be stressful and tiresome. If not, surely the thought of relocating all of your household items, your family, your job and hobbies, etc. does not sound like a very exciting thing to do, at least not immediately. One of the things that can help you make your move a more pleasant experience is if you try and have a sense of humour about it.
Here are a few ideas that could brighten up your moving experience for you and for everyone else around you!
Look for the positive aspects. You can look at the moving process as a stressful event that you are forced to go through, or as the type of experience that can bring you new friends,
places to visit, and a new environment in general. Look for things you like and appreciate about your move. Every evening, right before you go to bed, focus on those positive aspects that you’ve managed to find during the day. This will probably also help you sleep better.
Use your sense of humor.
If something goes wrong, while looking for ways to fix it, think about the funny side of it or the irony in it. If you feel like it is the worst thing that could happen, then only nicer things can happen from now on, right?
Look for things that make you laugh.
Watch comedies with your family and friends, listen to nice music, read jokes and funny stories – just about anything that can help get your mood up. Take breaks while packing – it will help you gather your strength, and use the time to tell jokes to those around you.
Look for nice experiences. Take the time to meet up with friends you always have good time with (and a good laugh), spend time on things that are enjoyable for you like games at home or go to the cinema together. If you have kids, you can occasionally go out with friends who also
have kids, too. This way, your children will have fun and burns some energy while playing games.
Organize a moving party. Whether you will use a
moving party to get your friends to help you, or even just for fun, it is up to you to turn the event into a nice experience for everybody. Prepare games that you and your friends would enjoy. The whole point is to try and make this party a fun experience for everyone, yourself included.
In conclusion, laugh a little. This will make every experience easier for you. Try taking things easy and enjoy the small things in life like a good coffee or a chat with a friend. Look for the positive aspects in everything around you. Keeping yourself in a good mood is beneficial for you in general and not just in regard to your relocation.
Do you know more ways to make your moving experience more pleasant and entertaining? Share them in the comments!