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As we look back over the past year, we’ve certainly lived through one of the most stressful periods in recent history. After spending so much more time at home throughout the health crisis, some are wondering if they should move to improve their mental health and well-being. This is no surprise since the U.S. Census Bureau<\/em> reported an increase in the percentage of adults with symptoms of anxiety and depression in a recent Household Pulse Survey<\/em><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

There’s logic behind the idea that making a move could improve someone’s quality of life. When people change their scenery, they often feel happier. Catherine Hartley, an Assistant Professor<\/em> at New York University’s Department of Psychology<\/em> and co-author of a study<\/a> on how new experiences impact happiness, mentioned:<\/p>\n

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“Our results suggest that people feel happier when they have more variety in their daily routines—when they go to novel places and have a wider array of experiences.”<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

If you’re looking for a new experience, planning a move into a new home may be something you’ve started to consider more carefully. If so, you’re not alone. The 2020 Annual National Movers Study<\/em><\/a> by United Van Lines<\/em> shows:<\/p>\n

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“For customers who cited COVID-19 as an influence on their move in 2020<\/strong>, the top reasons associated with COVID-19 were concerns for personal and family health and wellbeing (60%)<\/strong>; <\/em>desires to be closer to family (59%); 57% moved due to changes in employment status or work arrangement (including the ability to work remotely); and 53% desired a lifestyle change or improvement of quality of life<\/strong>.” <\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

So, if you’re thinking of moving this year to help boost your happiness factor, here are a few questions to ask yourself as you make your decision.<\/p>\n

How’s the Weather?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Is the weather something that’s important to you? Does it have a tendency to impact your mood? The World Population Review<\/em> shares<\/a>:<\/p>\n

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“What states have the best weather? <\/em>When evaluating each state for temperature, rain, and sun, some states stand out. Although climate and weather preferences are personal and subjective, some criteria are considered to make up the best weather, according to Current Results:<\/em><\/p>\n