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[quote=Anonymous]The examples that OP provided don't sound like enough to justify an OCD diagnosis, but maybe there is more.

OP, instead of trying to control your wife and get your way, seek a compromise.  For example, ask her if she can consolidate to one room.  Ask if she can upload any of it to the cloud.  Consider renting a storage space for her if it bothers you that she stores her old files.   You're going to have recurring problems beyond your present issue, and you need a conflict resolution system in place that works.

My husband is somewhat like your wife - very Type A and wants to control the organization and decor of the house.  I pick my battles.  We eventually settled on a home with two home offices, and he keeps all his files and memorabilia in his office (and I let him have the bigger one).  He is aware of his nature and tries.  And I appreciate all the good qualities that he brings to the relationship, such as being highly organized, reliable, and helpful with domestic tasks and the kids.

I doubt this is an issue you want to consider divorcing over, because the next person you find is going to bring another set of issues, and you'll still have to learn how to communicate and manage conflict.  [/quote]

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