The One Thing I Wish I Knew Before My Last Big Move

So, I just wrapped up a massive move across state lines, and honestly, it was way more chaotic than I expected. I didn’t really think through how much time packing would take, and I ended up scrambling at the last minute for boxes and tape. Has anyone else gone through a move like this and realized something you wish you’d known beforehand? I feel like I could’ve saved myself a lot of stress with just a few simple tips.

 

Honestly, I think the way people organize their stuff says a lot about them. Some folks have this knack for labeling everything and making a perfect plan, while others just throw it all in boxes and figure it out later. It’s funny how different personalities show up in everyday tasks like grocery shopping, home decorating, or even the way we manage clutter—it can make a tiny task feel effortless or totally overwhelming.

 

My last move was cross-country, and I was completely unprepared for how many little things pile up—like appliances, paperwork, and just random furniture pieces. I ended up using long distance moving companies to handle the heavy stuff, and it honestly saved me hours of stress and backache. If I hadn’t done that, I’d probably still be unpacking boxes in the middle of my living room. Even just having pros handle the logistics made a huge difference.