Moving is stressful on its own, but when you’re also paring down your possessions and potentially changing climates to boot, it takes on some new challenges. Not to worry, the process of downsizing your home can leave you leaner and reinvigorated for your next adventure. So, let’s get started.

Believe it or not, there are plenty of pop culture references throughout history that put a romantic spin on lousy weather. Gene Kelly and Debbie Reynolds sure did enjoy “singin’ in the rain” back in the day. And who among us doesn’t get into the holiday spirit just thinking about walking in a winter wonderland?