A Gentle Reminder for
My Neurodivergent, Chronically Ill, Mood-Swingy, Overworked Baddies (…and anyone trying to survive life shifts, income changes, moving chaos, & mental health flare-ups)
I’ve written and deleted this so many times… but here’s the real message:
If you’re down to your last laundry pod…
your last 1–2 rolls of toilet paper…
your tub scrub is empty…
your home spray is gone…
and you’re telling yourself
“I move soon, I’ll just wait”…
Don’t wait. Go get it.
Even if you only have 4–7 days left in your place.
The mental gymnastics we do:
• “I move soon, I don’t wanna carry more stuff.”
• “If I get it now that’s another thing to pack.”
• “I should save every dollar for the new place.”
• “Public transit feels like a whole battle.”
• “I’ll just push through without it…”
But let’s be honest —
you’re managing THREE MONTHS of bills overlapping with your new place,
appointments, income changes, cleaning fees, moving tasks,
and trying not to fall apart mentally.
Sometimes the tiny necessities make everything less overwhelming.
My Reality Check
I’ve been going through several med changes, cutting gabapentin (hell), delays in packing,
and the mental spiral of “let me leave things out so I can use it.”
It finally took me getting out of bed → walking to the bus (not checking the time or map) →
using some free pancake rewards at IHOP →
and then deciding to grab what I actually needed:
✨ Laundry pods
✨ Toilet paper
✨ Tub & oven cleaner
✨ A replacement spatula
✨ Little things to avoid huge cleaning charges
✨ Stuff that would make the last week smoother
Did it fix my mental health? No.
Did it give me the hinge to finally get started? Yes.
And THAT matters.
If you’re debating it…
Go get the supplies now.
Because after you move, you’ll still be:
• adjusting to the new place
• juggling appointments
• running errands
• dealing with fees
• trying to rest
• unpacking
• solving problems you didn’t expect
Why add “out of toilet paper” to that list or a charge that’s more than the supplies at a store from an apartment ?
Save future-you the stress.
Mini Moving Tips That Helped Me
• Start labeling boxes by the room they’ll go in
• Put all boxes near the door/living room
• Clean everything except that door/living area
• Break down your bed frame 1–3 days before (mine’s a cheap Amazon queen so I’m letting it go)
• Tape tools/screws in a bag to any big piece you leave behind
• Prioritize packing the stuff you haven’t touched in weeks because I guarantee your not going to use it in the last four days if you haven’t been in the time spand since you were going to pack them
• Keep your essentials bag untouched so you don’t lose your sanity
Bottom Line
Getting toiletries before you move is NOT “wasting money.”
It’s actually giving yourself:
✨ one less errand
✨ one less meltdown
✨ one less barrier
✨ one more small win
Sometimes the smallest purchase is the thing that lets you breathe again.
You got this loves💕
Moving can be one of life’s most stressful events, especially when managing chronic illness, mental health challenges, or neurodivergence. The added pressure of overlapping bills, appointments, cleaning fees, and packing creates an exhausting mental load. One small but powerful way to ease this burden is to ensure your household essentials are stocked before you move. Items like laundry pods, toilet paper, and cleaning supplies may seem minor, but running out during final days can cause unnecessary stress and unforeseen expenses, such as cleaning fees or emergency last-minute shopping trips. Choosing to buy these items even with only a few days left prevents added errands and offers a tangible sense of control during a hectic time. Planning ahead by labeling boxes by room and prioritizing packing unused items can make unpacking easier and less overwhelming. Keeping an essentials bag with daily necessities untouched until the last minute helps maintain sanity amid chaos. Even dismantling a bed frame a few days before moving avoids last-minute delays. Incorporating small rewards, like enjoying a meal out or a coffee break, can help break the mental spiral of procrastination and motivate action—something proven beneficial when coping with medication changes or mood shifts. Additionally, the image text referencing Febreze, Downy, and other cleaning products highlights the types of supplies that can be lifesavers in keeping your new space fresh and organized without added stress. Ultimately, securing your essential supplies before the move isn’t about wasting money—it’s about investing in your wellbeing, reducing meltdowns, and creating one less barrier on a challenging journey. Taking these small steps leads to big wins that support a smoother transition and healthier mindset. You’ve got this!
