There are two kinds of people in this world, people who pack correctly and people who don’t. Depending on how far you’re moving, you’ll need to adjust the quality and quantity of packing material that you use. You’ll also need to adjust how you pack depending on if you plan to use professional movers or not. If you want to do it yourself, chances are, you’re going to be a lot gentler with your belongings than a bunch of strangers will. How you pack is also dependant on how you plan on moving your things. If you plan on using the flatbed of a pickup truck, chances are, things are going to get bounced around a lot more than they would if you plan on using an actually Ryder or U-Haul truck. If there is rain forecast for the day you are moving, you’ll need to make sure you have a tarp or some kind of cover so your things don’t get ruined. You also need to take the distance into account. Some moves don’t even leave the building, while others are cross country. Moving is never a fun experience but planning ahead and having everything you need done can help reduce the stress a little bit.