New research has revealed that moving home can harm relationships. Australian researchers found that nearly half (46%) of those they interviewed said moving home caused lasting tension in their relationships with their partners.
In response, a pair of experienced movers, Australia’s Strongest Man 2026, Bradman Houston, and Australian Tetris Champion, Fura, have shared tips for keeping a relationship healthy during a move.
Their number one tip is to establish that one member of the couple is in charge of the move and makes the important decisions. This avoids power struggles. Fura says:
“Without a leader, moving will take twice the time, boxes will be packed randomly, and that causes the fighting to start.”
Physical exhaustion and poor eating on moving day make fighting more likely. The answer is to take regular breaks and eat enough food. Bradman Houston advises:
“Accommodate for proper breaks and feed everyone. I’ve never seen anyone start a fight halfway through a good meal.”
It is not a good idea to save money by hiring a van. People often do not use a van that is big enough. Trying to cram too many heavy items into a van causes injuries and bad tempers. To avoid arguments, hire a professional removals service to do the hard work for you.
A high-quality Merseyside removal company can help make the process as stress-free as possible. Talk to us at Merseyside Movers & Storers about how we make moving day go smoothly for our clients, whether they’re in a relationship or not.
