How any times have you moved

I've moved , so far at 37, about 17 times that I can recall. I mean completely moved. I'm facing another move soon and I don't know if I can handle it....and I'm not military

I can't recall them all. When I was a kid I moved every five years. In the military I moved every two-four years. I retired and haven't moved except to renovate the house.

Well if you count with my mom and dad who were divorced.... 6

50 years old, moved 8 times. I don't like staying put. Stayed places because I had no choice. I'd really like being more on the move.

So I have moved a crazy amount of times. A few of them were when I was manic, I see that now. Other times for a variety of different reasons. Mostly not good. I DESPISE moving and now that I see another move coming, not only do I not want to have a manic move episode, I still have all kinds of anxiety starting over it.

10 times here, and I'm 24 years old. Some of my moves have been due to financial reasons (needing to find a cheaper place).

Moving is just...dreadful. Hate it. I moved to my current apartment in May and there are still boxes that have not been unpacked.

It's good that you recognize it. Don't run away. Do you see a therapist?

I've moved 38 times.

I was lucky and didn't move at all as a kid. When I was 19 I loved to my grandparenta' house to get away from my mom. Then I started moving every couple of years with my husband. But I've only moved eight times. I plan on buying a house in a few years and that will be my last move as long as nothing dire happens. I hate moving.

23 times as an adult.
Several big ones thanks to manic-y "great ideas".

Fun(?) facts:
6 of them added up to 15,000 miles (Each ranged between 1,300 to 3,000 miles.)
The rest were more reasonable distances.

Even since 2012, there have been 4, including 2 of the 3,000 mile ones (there and back again within 3 months, heinous mixed episode).

(Confession: some cut and paste. Didn't want to have to do the math again.)

I've moved 16 times in my almost 58 years. I HATE moving, but I think my home with my son and son in law will be my last, except we are planning to move to Texas in a few years.

My husband and I liked staying in one place for long periods of time, though. We lived in one apartment for eight years, and we lived in our big house for 12. I miss that house. But losing it turned out to be for the best, because it would have been hell to be there alone, having to go through all the stuff we'd acquired in 36 years of marriage and moving again.

14 times in 64 years.

I find comfort in staying put usually. I feel like running away from my problems at times and the thought of moving crosses my mind, but geography isn't too important to me. No matter where you go, there YOU are. We moved several times when I was a baby. At 5, we bought our family home. Lived there till 13 and I still dream of buying that house back and living in it forever. Moved again at 14, then 15, then 19, then 23, 25, 28 and have been idle for 13 years in my current home. I've always lived in the same state and pretty much have always been close to the San Francisco Bay Area.

15 moves (approx) in my adult life and have pretty much hated every move except one. Am in my present place only 4 months and hate it here and am planning to move again when lease is up. I am shocked at how many times other people have moved. I find it very traumatic. I would have liked to have lived in the same place my entire life, preferably the house I grew up in, which was sold by my father after my mother died. I wish I could get over fear and hatred of moving. Any tips? I have downsized my stuff and that has made moving easier. Through progressive adult moves went from 3 bedroom house with basement and garage to where I am now...a 550 sq. ft. studio. I have a terrible view (no view, just an ugly office building) from my balcony and windows and it is really depressing me. The smaller space is neat and tidy and I don't really mind it, although in my next move will go back to a one-bedroom. I have also learned my lesson. Never, never never go with a terrible view.

"Dammit".
That was my immediate response the first time someone said that.
Lol. It's so true.

Heheh, I've lived a lot of scenic places. A boss once was wishing about that and I hemmed a bit (you've got to find work and so on), and she said, "Yeah, I guess no matter where you live, you've still got to clean the toilet!" Haha, also true.

I've moved 11 times as an adult (I'm 45). Once was for work, the rest more out of choice. I like two things about it: going through all of my stuff, organizing and getting rid of what I don't really need and starting over/re-inventing myself, if that makes sense.

My latest move to California from back East was initially a hypomanic idea (I was just going to pick up and leave and go to a place where I knew no one and wouldn't have a job lined up, etc.). But after coming out of that episode, I decided I'd go forward with it, only that at that point I meticulously made all of the arrangements before I moved and I don't regret it at all, I love it here.

When I was young I didn't find moving very stressful, but the older I've gotten the more stressful it's become.

I hate cleaning toilets! This gave me a good laugh...thanks

Amen to that!

I never lived somewhere brand new so I was curious about my present apartment...it being new. Strange to be the first person to use the tub, toilet, frig. etc. etc. I thought it would increase my pleasure. However, it has actually been a bit strange living in an unmarked place. I can really feel the emptiness. I also hate the stainless steel appliances. I know they are all the rage but they are so high maintenance. Cleaning the toilet is nothing compared to cleaning the glass top stove and all the stainless steel. Ugh.

My glass stovetop is so easy to clean compared with the "burner" models. The stainless fridge is a pain in the boo-tay though. I'm sorry your place feels so empty. (((Hugs)))

I'm 23 and have only moved 2 times. Once from an apartment in the city to a trailer in the suburbs. Then to a house in the suburbs where we have been for 8 years.

Well, it was an experiment. It kind of feels like a hotel. But a new hotel. I will be happy when I move on. In the meantime I am trying to create good vibes while here. Because this experience has taught me that vibrations are real and a place retains them. Since this place is new and empty of vibes I am the first one creating the energetic foundation. I am not usually all new age...just relating my experience. I have good rapport with neighbors and the staff of this place so that is another plus...to just try to leave good vibes wherever one lives, right? I should really use the gym here more. Also brand new.

DechanDewa, I hope your place starts to feel more homey soon.

(Quick tip for glass topped stove. Baking soda. Sprinkle some on where you've put some cleaner, let sit then clean off. But that's not the exasperating part though, is it? It's the freaking streaking! Again, baking soda to the rescue. When stovetop is dry (or very nearly so), sprinkle a little baking soda rub it around, then sweep it off.

Well, this apartment complex is so particular. When I moved in they gave me a list of all the cleaning products one should use on all the surfaces. They suggested a particular liquid cleaning product for the stovetop that works fine, really. They also suggested lemon oil for the stainless steel appliances. The floor is that fake laminate stuff and they say only use a Swiffer on it. I feel bad for complaining. I think this just points to how stressful it is to move. Well, at least for me. I have adjustment problems, which makes my profile quote a bit ironic!

On the plus side the staff threw an excellent Octoberfest celebration with free food, beer, and pumpkins. It was really nice and they are planning on something every month. There is also a new state-of-the-art gym. I used to advise others, "Blossom where you're planted." I need to use the same advice on myself.

I will try the baking soda. Thanks!

Blossom where you've planted is great advise! I like that and will try and commit it to memory.