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22 - The Oakville Beaver, Friday December 29, 2006 www.oakvillebeaver.com Making moving easier for your family You've just announced that you're moving to anew city and are met with blank faces followed by a variety of reactions. You knew the news was not going to be easy to accept, but just how do you turn uncertainty into enthusiasm? From toddler to teenager, moving is not easy on young people. Here are some suggestions to make the transition a little smoother. Moving in an emotional experience at any age but it can be particularly unnerving for children. Often, they feel the decision is thrust upon them and that they have no control over their lives. An adult is better able to understand how a career opportunity or a more practical living arrangement will benefit the family overall. Even in extreme situations where adults are unsure about a decision to move, they are able to rationalize, weigh pros and cons and accept it as the right action to take. Children, in some cases, are unable to see any personal benefit in the decision to leave their home, school and friends. To overcome the unsettling impact of a move, try to encourage open communication and family discussion on the issue. Although the decision to move has been made, allowing children to express displeasure and complain will ease the feeling that they have had little say in the matter. These discussions will also afford you the opportunity to combat any anxiety your children might have, while generating excitement for the move. Talking and sharing are especially important for preparing younger children whose concerns may easily be set right when you find out what they are. For example, small children may not understand the difference between leaving curtains and light fixtures behind versus leaving their most precious toy. Remind your children about the familiar items that will move with them such as their bed and toys. 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