How would you go about getting settled in after moving to a new city?

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   JenaBellposted 10 years ago

   How would you go about getting settled in after moving to a new city?
   
   How would you go about getting settled in after moving to a new city? What are the must-haves and must-do's ?

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   SidKempposted 10 years ago

   Most practical items are obvious and can be purchased at Target or Wal-Mart, so I'll set that aside.
   
   If you have special essentials, find them quickly. I knew where the health food store was on Day One.
   
   I've had to move many times in my life. And the process of really getting settled and comfortable can take two to three years. Here are some things I suggest.
   
   Find a safe place (neighborhood or park) and take walks. One of the best things I ever did was just wander my own (safe) neighborhood randomly, letting myself get lost then finding my way home. I also walk in gardens (the park and Japanese waterfall in San Antonio, TX, and the Morikami Museum gardens (see my hub on Zen gardens) here in Boca Raton, FL), and on fit-trails.
   
   Find a few favorite restaurants.
   
   Find what YOU like. My wife and I love cooking our own ethnic meals, so ethnic grocery stores were key. These days, the local library is a great resource, also the art movie theater.
   
   Of course, if you're single or more extraverted, you will want to find places to meet people with similar interests. That could be anything from a museum to a singles bar - whatever floats your boat. Wherever you land, Meetup.com will probably help.
   
   As you do all this, don't push yourself and also don't hide. The  human animal needs to alternate between exploring and curling up in a familiar lair (book, TV show).
   
   Those are my thoughts - I hope you enjoy your new city quickly!

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      JenaBellposted 10 years agoin reply to this

      thank you very much! i appreciate your input

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   4wardthinkerposted 10 years ago

   I have moved quite often in life. The first thing I like to do is make a list of local churches that I may want to try out. Then I would try each one until I find the one that suits me best. I would also contact the chamber of commerce and get information on local attractions, restaurants, and upcoming festivals and events. If you want to meet new people, google local meet-up groups in that city. The will give you a list of like minded people, such as hikers, gardeners, business entrepreneur's, artist, etc. I would also get a few house plants. They lift the spirit.

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      SidKempposted 10 years agoin reply to this

      excellent suggestons. In addition to Google, we can also check meetup.com.

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      JenaBellposted 10 years agoin reply to this

      thnak you very much! church is important to me, I appreciate your suggestions

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