Overwhelmed and feeling stressed. I am moving and have a week to finish packing and then load in truck and out. Any tips or help with how to manage the disarray, I am feeling extremely anxious and having obsessive thoughts that are haunting me in dreams now too. Just can’t wait for this move to be over. Transitions are hard enough and it took me a looooooooong time (years) to make his jump. Any suggestions on how to handle ocd tendencies when moving and through a major transition? I feel like I’m falling apart.

You’re doing awesomely! Just remember this is only temporary... “it’ll all work out in the end, and if it hasn’t worked out, it’s not the end” make sure to, in the chaos of things, do small things that help you feel that sense of stability or routine... ie: if you’re moving locally, go to a familiar coffee shop and remember you’ll still have some same old spots, if you’re moving further away, call a friend or watch a favorite movie and remember that you’ll be able to do this where you’re going too! I’ve moved a lot and focusing on the excitement (new restaurants, museums to check out) helped me a lot

If it helps you to know I just went through some major transitions like partner moving to another state, unexpected break up, career shift, possible move on the horizon... I completely fell apart... I had to get away from the surroundings I was in and go back to something safe and comforting. I chose to visit family for a little bit, I found it comforting. But also it’s hard when they don’t understand ocd or depression and when you have both it can be a challenge. But now coming out the other side it was the little things that helped... seeing my family when I was hurting or having difficulty, calling that friend, finding this chat room, taking a walk in nature, volunteering, really trying to refocus and listen when someone is talking( purposefully and intentionally getting myself out of my own head). Listening to music, and doing some self care :) I hope this helps, you have a fresh start!! Let’s say your adrenaline is rushing you are starting to feel anxious... well you could tell yourself you are anxious... or... you could tell yourself you are excited. Worth a shot? :)

I’m so sorry you’re going through this and I don’t know any advice to help you, I just wanted to say congratulations on getting this far. Just keep going as best that you can and think how proud you’ll be once you make it. Sending you the best of luck :)

Thank you @Phie I do appreciate your positive words and encouraging support. ??

“Most obstacles melt away when we make up our minds to boldly walk through them.” You got support. You aren’t alone. You got this ?