“If we were meant to stay in one place, we would have roots instead of feet.”
Rachel Wolchin
Your first time moving to a new city can be intimidating. Aside from the more obvious concerns like living arrangements, there are other just-as-important factors that are often forgotten or ignored until it’s too late. Whether you’re just thinking about moving or in the process of making the change, here are few tips to help you successfully plan and transition to your new home:
▪ Living proximity to necessities – when apartment hunting, your primary concern will be proximity to your job; however, it’s just as important to consider your proximity to living necessities like grocery stores, pharmacies, and your favorite activities. If you neglect these aspects, you’ll end up spending more than you intend (or can afford) on food, delivery fees, and hygienic products. Aside from the financial burden, if you don’t consider the proximity to your favorite activities, it’ll be extremely easy to forget your reasons for moving in the first place which can ultimately lead to a feeling of regret or depression.
▪ Wardrobe essentials – with the chaos of moving, it’s easy to forget the seasonal changes you’ll face in the upcoming future. As a result, you’ll wait ‘till last minute to get the items you need – albeit a new coat, better shoes, or necessary bottoms – and miss out on the sales. Don’t be this person! In your planning stages of moving, when you’re budgeting your expenses, identify the seasons you’ll experience, research peak shopping times for that season, and set aside money to spend on an appropriate wardrobe if you don’t already own it.
▪ Meeting new people – the level of difficulty associated with making new & lasting connections depends on your personality, for some it’s effortless and for others it’s exhausting. The good news is that with the level of technology in our society and the increasing desire to grow and relate as whole, networking is easier than ever. Use the internet to find events you’d be interested in and use those events to meet individuals you would otherwise not meet on the way home from work who share similar interests as you. When moving to a new city it is essential to expose yourself to a variety of activities and networking events to build a community of people you can feel comfortable around.
There’s a lot that goes into moving to a new city, and frankly it would be impossible to dissect it all in a post; but hopefully these tips can provide an additional level of guidance when embarking on a new journey. What’s important to takeaway is this – do your research, save as much as you can for unexpected expenses (because they will happen!), and don’t feel discouraged by the hardships you’ll face as they can only make you stronger.
I’m always working to be a better version of myself and hope my tips can help you on your journey. I’d love to hear back from you – comment below!
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