What To Expect When Moving

Moving is an exciting time in anyone's life

Moving is an exciting time in anyone's life. You know that there will be new challenges and a new lifestyle. What some don't anticipate are the emotional changes that also take place. In fact, many people become distraught because of the emotions they begin to experience once they finally get moved. They expect it to be a happy, joyful time, but some days, they are sad or angry.

It can get confusing and that is why the term "culture shock" was created in the 1950s. People who moved to a new place experienced both physical and emotional discomforts. It didn't matter if they moved to a different country or to just another area; many of the feelings were the same. Certain characteristics such as confusion, anxiety, stress and feeling misplaced where noticed with people who moved.

1) Honeymoon Stage: This is the beginning stage, as one is moving or has just moved into the new area. The world seems new and exciting. Generally, people at this stage are not able to imagine feeling sad because they feel like they are on vacation. They are abounding with energy and enthusiam.

2) Disintegration Stage: Once people have settled into their new home, they will eventually begin to feel unhappy with the place. As the initial excitement leaves, reality sets in and they may feel somewhat depressed. At this stage, people often have trouble expressing themselves, while feeling angry, sad, impatient and inability to cope. This is the stage that people most refer to when using the term "culture shock."

3) Adjustment Stage: Things become a little more normal during this stage. People begin to get their sense of humor back and feel a little more balanced. Life starts to feel better and they find themselves feeling less emotional or irritable.

4) Adaptation Stage: Confidence begins to return in this stage and the person feels that they are starting to be a part of their new surroundings. They find themselves adopting the habits and customs of their new home without question or negativity.

5) Re-entry Shock: When people must return back "home," they often have to deal with even greater culture shock than when they left. Now, it is more difficult to adjust back to the old culture than it was to adjust to the new one.

One can combat these feelings better if he or she can be flexible. How sociable and realistic one can be may make all the difference in how quickly they bounce back after moving. Also, by remembering that these feelings are normal, you can help ease some of the strange feelings you may experience.

By focusing on the positive, the challenge of moving can be a little easier. Know that change can be tough, but it's also change that stretches our muscles and makes us into stronger, well-rounded people. Enjoy the process, take care of yourself and remember that you are having the opportunity of a lifetime!

by: Tomer Harel

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