Hello, I have pretty bad anxiety and one of the things that makes me most anxious is a change in my environment and routines. I am 26 and still live at home with my parents. Last year, I managed to finish university and get my Bachelor's degree. Because I haven't been able to find work in the pandemic, my brother and his wife have offered me a 6 month (possibly a year) "job" as a live-in nanny for my baby nephew. They have offered to pay me as they would a professional, and are willing to accommodate me with whatever I need. I would only be watching the baby during the hours they are at work - but I must move in with them because they live almost 2 hours away. 

My first reaction was excitement - followed by extreme fear. Oddly enough, the thing I am most afraid of is NOT actually caring for my nephew but living somewhere else and having to create different new routines. I am especially worried about not seeing my pets every day (though I can go back a couple times a month to visit them at my parent's house). My pets are a huge help when it comes to my anxiety. But my brother and his wife also have pets. I will just miss mine. 

I really want to do this because I have been trying for many years to break out of my comfort zone. 2 years ago, I flew overseas to Europe by myself and stayed in another country for 2 weeks. I was so afraid to do it but I did. Living with my brother and his wife who I get along very well with should not make me so nervous! But I am anyway. Nevertheless, I feel like doing this could help me - especially for someday when I eventually live on my own. 

Do you think I should face my fear of change and do this? I really want to be there for my family! And can anyone else relate to not liking change, even temporary change??