Hi there, I just (last week) went through what you are going through. I've concluded that I hate moving and don't find a sense of accomplishment even if I take baby steps. When the movers arrive I am far from being done and they end up throwing things in boxes with no sense (packing is not their specialty). This last time they missed my entire kitchen because the had no boxes. Who has heard of movers without boxes? And these were professional movers highly recommended.

So I recommend to you from the bottom of my heart to stop playing games you know you won't win and hire packers. Yes it might be more expensive but think of the torture you are putting yourself through. I learned this after two very stressful moves 10mi away. Next time I'll hire a company, take all the things that I can't live without in my car and let them pack and move. When I return from the spa I'll go to my new place and start unpacking. This nightmare is not worth the anxiety.