Hiya Guys,
I've been writing and re-writing different posts on university and after writing things seriously, I've decided to be less serious and write how I have managed to avoid failing at preparing for university.
Here is my guide on how to pack, it isn't amazing but I haven't gone mad yet:
1. Make lists, almost like an inventory of things to pack
Now I do think that this is partly because I like to procrastinate and I love the look and feeling of actually writing things. I am on list number 5 at the moment and it really helps in terms of figuring out what needs to be packed and when you need to pack things up, you can make sure that you don't forget anything. Make sure that you have one listing what you've packed as things go in the suitcase and, to avoid wasting time, put in things that you definitely know need to be packed the day before (this can be thing like hairdryer and hair straighteners).
2. Don't pack too much but don't pack too little
I know that this point is slightly confusing but it will make sense as I elaborate. Now we all know that student halls are tiny therefore don't pack every little thing from your bedroom because it will NOT fit and you will be even more stressed trying to figure out what to leave behind. Saying that, you will be staying there for a year so make sure that the room feels like home. Take trinkets that make you feel comfortable and pictures of loved ones. The overview of this point is too be strict but listen to your heart and take things that will make the transitioning process easier.
3. Don't buy expensive things
There is no point spending hundreds of pounds on new things on top of the money you'll be spending for accommodation. It isn't a sin to take things from home like duvets or covers because no one will judge you if things aren't new. If things do need buying, there are many places that do cheap products that are good quality and look amazing. I mean if you are adamant that you want new things, as cheeky as it sounds, relatives like grandparents won't say no. Remember to be sensible as you don't want to use them but if they ask you if you want something, don't be afraid to say yes! That's what family is for.
4. Don't let people influence you
I know this sounds stupid but it's the last time your parents will be able to help you as you're moving out of the nest. You know what you need in terms of essentials and although they should be involved, if you want to take something (within reason) then take it because they won't be away for long
5. Pack for every occasion
This is mainly down to clothes and things like that. We're on a student budget and this means that we can't go and buy things every time something pops up like a party. Take things for every occasion and this can be smart trousers for interviews, over sized hoodies for those rubbish days and fancy outfits for going out with. That also works with shoes. Don't just take fancy high heels or smart shoes because you won't wear them half the time and you can't go wrong with military boots or a pair of converses/ sneakers.
So that's all for now my dears. I do hope that this has sort of helped on the most stressful week of your lives.
That's all for now my dears,
Speak to you soon
xxx
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