I am at a crossroads. I don't want to continue living life as I have these last 5 years on disability assistance. I have been told about a good paying manual labour low responsibility job - just what I need. Problem is I would need to move. That doesn't scare me.

What scares me is not being able to keep the job. I have a history of breaking down and quitting due to anxiety. But I have been reasonably healthy for two years now. I feel I'm healthier than I've been my entire life. Also this job is free of those stressors and triggers of the anxiety. No managing, no retail, no people. No stupid hours. Just a simple job.

What a big leap I am scared to take.

I'm sure I'm not alone feeling this way.

[Sunflower123]

You'll never know unless you take that leap. It sounds like you have done a pretty good pro/con analysis of the situation. What does your gut instinct say? If you move can you build a good support system in case you get anxious? A good pdoc or therapist could stop that in its tracks. Good luck with your decision.

My mental healthcare is one factor to consider. Upon a move, I would have to start over; finding a family doctor, getting a referral, and waiting the 3-6 months in the system to be assigned one. As it is a different health region I could not remain seeing my current, fabulous, psychiatrist. And there is the rub - am I just shooting myself in the foot?

[Unrigged64072835]

If you've been stable for quite a while it would be worth a shot.

Well no need to rush into things. This job will likely always be there - or some like it. Just hearing about the job renewed some hope in me at the realisation that - heck - there are positions out there I can do. I can even set myself up for success. So no, I won't be making an immediate decision. Besides, I'm in a lease until fall anyway. That gives me time to make a decision and plan it out. I really quite feel good about this.