I've always been a neat person. So is my roommate. Going into other people's rooms halfway through the year, I wondered how they put up constantly living in a state of chaos, clutter everywhere and clothes thrown every which way. So I thought that packing to go home would be a breeze. I love cleaning... this is just a lot... all at once. I'll be fine, right? I was so wrong. It's a lot harder than you think. So without further ado, these are some things that you can do to make it all easier.
1. Start saving boxes in advance.
Why pay for things that you can get for free? All those amazon packages, while maybe not huge boxes, can be used to put miscellaneous things inside and make it a lot easier for you to bring stuff home from your dorm or apartment.
2. If going home for a weekend or spring break, bring clothes that you don't wear that much and leave them at home.
It'll make it so much easier when lugging all of your clothes home.
3. Consider renting a storage unit.
I live across the country from my college, so I'm storing all of my winter clothing, bedding, and extra things here like textbooks or things I don't need. It will save money if you're flying and bringing a bunch of checked bags.
4. Donate items you don't use.
Before you pack everything up, decide if you even need it or are going to use it.
5. Remember all of the good times you had in this place.
Instead of despairing that the year is over and goodbyes are imminent, think of all the good times you had in your dorm/apartment.
It's not about the place you're in, but the people you're with. Packing up can be stressful and sad, but at the end of the day it's necessary. You're about to start a new chapter, whether you're ending another year of school or ending your last year of school.
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