Mixedup,

I think it's good, not only that you set and enforced a necessarily limit with your neighbors, but that you aren't beating yourself up for it. You asked them to leave nicely at first, and then when they failed to respond, you asserted yourself more. It sounds like it has stirred things up in the neighborhood. That's understandable if your assertiveness is new for them. It will cause the dynamics of your relationship to change somewhat. Hopefully, they will adjust to your new assertiveness and respect your limits better. But at first, it may ruffle things up. It sounds like you are coping well. Housework can be a good way to keep your mind on other things. But it sounds like the anxiety is still present subconsciously and affecting your sleep. Give yourself a pat on the back for setting a needed limit and try not to worry about how the neighborhood situation will play out. Take it a step at a time.