a lot is happening.

[Icantwaittobemeagain]

I have a lot going on as so do some of you guys. We are moving states very soon, I’m so nervous and my anxiety can do nothing but overthink the future right now. I’ve lived in this same town my entire life, 23 years. My grandparents lived in this town for more than 40 years(weird and sad seeing someone else live there now), my mom has owned the house I grew up in for 13 years, I met my best friends in this town, I went to daycare, elementary, middle and high school here. I go to the local stores in bummy clothes because everyone knows everyone. We have 3 kids, luckily only one is of preschool age, I love his school but part of me is glad this move is happening when they’re so young. My anxiety is so worried about how this new state is going to treat us. Jobs, money, people. Will we have friends? I’m not a very out going person… friends for me are hard to come by. Will my kids have a nice school? Are the roads safe to drive ? Everything floods my mind, all the worse case scenarios usually. I keep trying to have a go with a flow attitude but it’s hard when moving is getting so close. I keep stating to myself that this is a chance, a chance at change and a better life. Leaving my comfort town where I know every road like the back of my hand is hard… where I know who’s working what hours at what stores. When I know I can call someone down the road if needed. Leaving the town I’ve grown up in is way harder than I imagined. I always pictured myself moving away, even when we planned this move I was excited. But the closer it’s getting the more scared and heartbroken I am. Our last day here is going to be so emotional… I might cry for a long time.

[Dolphin14]

Your emotions are valid. This is a grieving process. It's ok to cry and being scared is totally normal.

You have children which is going to be a huge help for you as far as getting to know people. There will be many opportunities to meet new people

I know how hard this is.

I wish you the best

🐬

[Thankfulforhelp22]

Your reaction seems normal and understandable. You are going on an adventure, and it is very possible there will be some nice surprises. Give yourself time to adjust. Be gentle with yourself. After a while you may find that you are extremely proud of how you managed.

Best wishes. You will be a blessing to your new home and neighbors!