From what you’ve described, it sounds like you’re experiencing a combination of chronic stress, mental fatigue, and anxiety, which is being triggered both at work and at home. High job pressure, fear of underperforming, constant targets, and review meetings naturally increase worry and self-doubt.
At the same time, ongoing conflicts with your spouse and feeling criticised at home can create a sense of being overwhelmed in all areas of life. When responsibilities increase and there is no space to recharge, the mind starts overthinking worst-case scenarios (“What if I fail?”, “What if I can’t get another job?”).
These reactions are common in burnout and stress-related anxiety — and they are treatable with the right support.
Next Steps
Consult a clinical psychologist for stress-management and anxiety-focused therapy (CBT), to work on overthinking patterns, emotional regulation, and coping skills.
Relationship counselling can help improve communication with your spouse and reduce conflict at home.
If anxiety is affecting sleep, appetite, or daily functioning, consider a psychiatric evaluation for additional support.
Review job stress and explore whether role adjustments or workload discussions with your manager are possible.
Health Tips
Break your tasks into smaller, manageable parts; this reduces performance pressure.
Set brief “worry windows” during the day — avoid thinking through all scenarios all the time.
Practise slow breathing or grounding techniques during moments of panic or mental overload.
Take short, regular breaks to prevent burnout; rest is essential, not optional.
Avoid making big decisions (like quitting the job) while you are in a high-stress state — clarity improves once anxiety reduces.