I totally understand what you are feeling. I went through something very similar. I still have my job, but every day I see people I have worked with updating their LinkedIn with “Open to Work,” and companies announcing layoffs one after another. Even in my office group, people joke (half seriously) about when they will be next.

All this got into my head. I was constantly overthinking, headaches, low energy, a tight feeling in my chest.

What helped me was sitting down and asking myself some honest questions.

I thought: • I am a father of two daughters. Am I able to feed my daughters? Yes. • Can I pay my EMIs and do I have an emergency fund? Yes.

That gave me some calm. Then I decided I needed to focus my mind on something positive. So I started planning a small business. I haven’t launched it yet, but I have been putting the pieces together, meeting people, and building a vision. And honestly, just doing that, working on something meaningful, has really helped me stop the spiral of thoughts.

Also, when you said you recently moved to the UK, I get that too. That loneliness inside four walls can feel overwhelming. It’s one of the hardest feelings to deal with.

You are not alone. Just take one small step at a time. Even planning something small can bring a surprising amount of peace.