Hello fellow OCD sufferers. I signed the lease for a mid-century 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, attached garage flat today. It’s in an artsy part of the city and they’re newer so there has always been high demand. I originally applied in 2012, was put on the waiting list, and was finalllly chosen last week. It’s supposed to be an exciting time for me, but I am beyond stressed and scared. I am the absolute worst when it comes to uncertainty, which I understand is a common theme for many OCD folks. I am wondering, how do you think a person living with (mostly) Just Right OCD can better control the stress and anxiety brought on by overwhelming worry about things they don’t know for certain and cannot control? Do you know of any books, blogs, podcasts, etc. that would help me out? Thank you for your help! s

Read the book "Present Perfect" and do all the exercises in it - It might change your life.

Ah sams07, you are the best for replying. Thank you so much! I mentioned all the features of this new apartment in detail because it will be the equivalent of a mansion for me compared to my previous apartments. Thinking of that, the financial responsibilities, coordinate the movers, dealing with my mother’s extreme paranoia and rush to get me out of the house, my lack of furniture, not having the “right” brand of supplies like hand soap or cleaning supplies...I mean, it just goes on and on and it overwhelms me. I am trying to clean and move boxes- focus on the initial stuff in hopes that it will keep my mind busy. I move the heavy stuff on Sunday and then I think I will really feel like I can breathe. After that, it’s my favorite part of moving- organizing and decorating! Gotta find the silver linings, right? Haha. I am certain we will be fine, sams07. It might be difficult in the beginning, middle, and end- but you’re right- this is going to be an amazing adventure full of possibility. I wish you the best of luck with your move. :) Thanks again for replying. <3

Thank you for the recommendation, FernandoV! I’d never heard of that title before and after reading the description and reviews on Amazon, I purchased a copy. I think it’s going to be a great read!

I know you asked for some resources to help you out but I just want to tell you I’m in the same position! My boyfriend and I are moving in together soon and got a wonderful opportunity on this house and it definitely spiked my OCD too. You’re not alone. It’s going to be okay- think about how positive of a change this is rather than all the normal stress that comes with a change like this. Do what you can to prepare but also embrace it!