I moved several times in the past few years, from across town to thousands of miles away. I've learned a lot. The last time I moved a friend of mine said, ?Oh my, you are so organized, you should right a book to help people like me who get so stressed from all this.? OK, so it's not a book, but I hope this series of articles helps you to get to your new address with less stress and more organization.
When preparing for a move there are few things you need to do up front.
If you are moving a short distance, some of these tips will not apply, like giving notice at your job. If you are able to go from your old address to your new one in a short amount of time, something like water or cable service will not be a problem. You will be able to use them at your new address if you run into problems leaving your old one.
Number one is DECIDE ON A DATE. This is crucial, as this date will trigger dates for many upcoming tasks such as renting a truck, opening new bank account, canceling utility accounts and giving notice at your job.
IF YOU ARE MOVING OUT OF THE AREA
BANKING
Check to see if your bank has a local branch in your new community. If it does, don't forget to notify them of your new address. You may want to order new checks with your new address and phone number on them. If not, open an account with a bank in your new locale. When opening a new account the bank will send checks and an ATM card to your new address. This usually takes 7-10 business days (check with your new bank for their processing schedule). You do not want to open a new account if you will not be at your new address when your checks and ATM card arrive. Many banks will let you open an account on-line. Opening an account online will allow you to do so before you leave your old address. Time it right and you will be at your new address to receive your checks & ATM card. Make the minimum deposit required and when you get to your new address, your account will be ready to do business with checks printed with your new address, an ATM card to access your funds at the local bank, deposit funds from your old bank account, and set up direct deposit for your new job.
Look for the rest of the Stress LESS Move series of articles for helpful information on making your move as painless as possible.
Good Luck! See you in The Stress LESS Move, Part 2: The Truck.
Nadine Borrelli
If you want to quit, a hypnotherapist can usually help you in a single session - with one and a half hour's hypnotherapy, and a Stop Smoking CD.
There are no miracle cures, but making a commitment is a big step forward.
Why do you want to Stop Smoking?
. Improve your health . Smoking is too expensive . Stop smelling so foul . Frightened of getting cancer . Want to see your children grow up
So, why do you Smoke?
Smoking is a way of dealing with tension, and it is sometimes of way of rewarding ourselves, a habit, pleasurable relaxation or psychological addiction - However, There are two important provisos to stop:
1. You must have a strong motivation for stopping the habit, its not enough that you have been told you must stop ? you must want to stop of your own free will.
2. You must be prepared to stop smoking altogether ? unfortunately very few people are prepared to stop completely ? they only want to cut down. However, once you put a cigarette in your mouth, you will have to start again from the beginning.
What are the Dangers of Smoking?
Coronary heart disease is the leading cause of death in many countries. Smokers under the age of 65 are about twice as likely to die of coronary heart disease as non-smokers, and heavy smokers are roughly three times more likely to die.
Disease of the arteries of the legs, is even more closely associated with smoking ?95% of the people with this disease are smokers, it often results in thrombosis of the leg, leading to gangrene through poor circulation and can end with amputation of the leg being necessary.
Respiratory Problems
Chronic bronchitis and emphysema are responsible for thousands of deaths each year in the United Kingdom ? they are a big cause of illness, absence from work and disability. Severe emphysema is very rarely found in non-smokers.
The Heart
Nicotine causes a rise in blood pressure and an increase in the heartbeat ? this happens because the blood vessels become narrower because of the action of the nicotine ? the heart is required to beat faster and work harder to pump the blood around the body, putting the heart under strain.
Smoking effects physical fitness - carbon monoxide impairs the functions of the heart, lungs and blood ? however, when you stop smoking, you prevent the damage becoming worse.
Ulcers
Gastric or duodenal ulcers are twice as common amongst smokers compared to non-smokers ? it is believed that smoking delays healing of the ulcers.
Pregnancy
Nicotine and carbon monoxide in the blood of pregnant woman can enter the unborn baby's circulation and interfere with its development. Stillbirth and death in the first week of life is 30% more common in babies of mothers who smoke during pregnancy.
Surely, these are enough reasons to stop smoking immediately.
Don't wait until it's too late ? if you stop smoking before you get cancer, bronchitis or heart disease you are likely to remain healthy. The danger from smoking builds up, so the sooner you stop the better it is.
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