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[quote=Anonymous]Hi OP--I totally understand. We had lived in high rises for years and whether it was rational or not, I felt much safer. I could barely sleep when we first moved into our SFH and spent way too much time and energy worrying about break-ins. Several years later, I very rarely think about it. I was super self aware about this being anxiety and since I couldn't just turn it off like a switch, I needed to find a way to productively manage it. Here are some active steps I took that gave me relief:

-alarm system. I arm is at night and have it serviced regularly. I have smart locks on doors so I can see that they are locked on my phone app. This is worth the initial investment.

-I have a rod in the sliding glass door track

-we invited neighbors over and took their invitations. We are on friendly terms with all of them. It took some effort but truly, this is the most important thing. We really look out for one another and I feel SO much safer knowing they'd be there for me if I needed them and vice versa.

-I like to be the last person to lock up at night. It gives me peace of mind and is a simple, productive way to cope.

-I shared my feelings with my DH. I explained that I knew most of my fears were irrational but I was struggling. He asked how he could help (instead of minimizing). I'm so much more chill because of how supportive he is.

-I teach my kids to keep the doors locked when we're home.

-I don't post on social media when we are travelling until after we are home. I don't tell a million people we're going away ahead of time.

-I do not read every news story about home break ins or google information about them. That was NOT helpful.

-time. Once you have lived in your house for a couple of years, you will find that you gradually begin to trust that you are safe.

I know how you feel. It is not crazy. Try to find the coping strategies that are realistic to maintain and give you a sense of power over the anxious feelings. Recognize that these feelings will pass! If the intensity ramps up and starts to impact your daily life, talk to a therapist. We all experience anxiety at some point and there are very effective treatments available. Take care, OP!

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