I recognise anxiety of the unknown and worry over the potential for something bad to happen. I have wasted a lot of what should have been positive time doing just this.

Potentially there is some actual good that may come from this. A good neighbour is far more likely than a difficult one. I realise it is hard to think positively right now but let this statement run through your head a few times.

This is also a potential to make an acquaintance - which is a good thing. Try to think on this too.

Ultimately, consider how your thinking is or is not an advantage to you.

Let us know how it goes. We are all cheering you on.