Moving and Your Mental Health

By Julie DeLong, A-1 Freeman Moving Group 

Of course, you want your new residence to be a safe haven, not a reason for stress or despair. Knowing that, below are a few valuable ways that you can beat relocation depression and get life in your new area off to the right start.

Plan Your Move

Tension is among the main contributors to depression; and an unorganized move can result in stress. While it may take a little extra work, do all you are able to keep your relocation well organized and on-schedule. This can incorporate:

· Packing as well as labeling your boxes well in advance of the move date

· Researching your new residence and area, and going to the area if possible

· Keeping a day-to-day to-do checklist readily available

· Establishing a moving schedule, and adhering to it as meticulously as you can

When you can reduce the stress you are feeling during your move, then you'll be in a better position to handle any issues that come up later on. Also keep in mind that a professional moving company in El Paso will help your relocation plan to keep on track.

Duplicate a "Piece of Home" in the New Place

After you arrive at your new house and start unpacking, try to replicate a space from your former abode. Perhaps you can set up your pieces of furniture in the same manner that you did previously; or maybe you could hang your artwork in the same layout they were in before. Whatever the case is, you will likely feel more comfortable if you are in a relaxed environment - even if it's just a "piece of home" from the old place.

Get Plenty of Relaxation and Exercise

Oftentimes, your issues don't seem quite as terrible following a good night's sleep. Lack of sleep is related to increased anxiety, mood swings, and depression, so please don't ignore your need for some sleep.

Simultaneously, it is also imperative that you get into a healthy, consistent workout routine.

Intervals of mild to strenuous activity can give off endorphins in the brain - and the chemicals are linked to enhanced contentment and also diminished worry. Naturally, you'll also feel additional energy when you keep to your exercise regimen, which can help protect against depression.

Connect with Others

Today, many people are feeling lonelier and more cut off than any other time. This is especially true if they are trying to diligently stick to a government-mandated lockdown. This scenario renders moving even more difficult and isolating than it is frequently.

To beat such adverse feelings, make the effort to connect with others virtually. Arrange Zoom meetings with your family and friends. Send them consistent text messages to check on them. Call them if you have the time. Additionally, it might be helpful to join a volunteer group within your new area or even enroll in classes and events organized by local sponsors. You can also be a part of local social media groups. All of these actions can help you to feel connected with other folks as well as propel you through those feelings of being alone.

Establish a Feasible Routine, and Stay with it

We humans are usually creatures of habit. We have a tendency to feel happier and more safe whenever our lives have structure and also stick to a expected routine. Keeping that in mind, make an effort to develop a workable, reasonable plan for yourself as quickly as possible - and then stay with it! It can be remarkable how a simple thing such as getting up at the same time every day will help you to defeat the blues.

Also, never be reluctant to seek out a professional therapist for help. Relocation depression is no joke! Nonetheless, with energy, willpower, and assistance from your support group, you can defeat it, and make your local or long-distance move to El Paso a successful one!