Most people would agree: moving is probably one of the least fun and most stressful chores that exists in life. But the one thing that separates a successful move from an unsuccessful one is attitude! Even when you\u2019re at your most stressed and overwhelmed, it\u2019s important to keep your sense of humor and try to find something funny in all the madness.<\/p>\n
Laugh!<\/b>
\nLike yawns, laughter can be contagious! Your attitude will rub off on the people around you, so strive to see things in a positive light and laugh at the ridiculousness of your situation.<\/p>\n
Turn Moving into a Game<\/b>
\nWhether are trying to get kids involved or are just trying to add a little fun to a mundane situation, it\u2019s easier than you think to turn the moving process into a game. See who can fill boxes the fastest, or who can win at \u201cpacking Tetris\u201d to fit as many things into a box as possible.<\/p>\n
Music as a Mood Lifter<\/b>
\nCreate a playlist of happy, upbeat music and play it as you pack. Music has been proven to influence moods, so by listening to positive music, you\u2019ll be more likely to have a positive moving experience.<\/p>\n
\u201cPain is Temporary\u201d<\/b>
\nSurround yourself with positive reinforcement. Keep telling yourself (and everyone helping you) that the moving process is a temporary inconvenience and that you\u2019re on your way to a great adventure! Great mantras include: \u201cThis, too, shall pass;\u201d \u201cwonderful things are about to unfold for me;\u201d \u201chave pride in how far I have come and faith in how far I can go;\u201d \u201cbe positive and persistent.\u201d Whenever you start to feel negativity coming on, take a minute to close your eyes and breathe and repeat your favorite affirmations in your head.<\/p>\n