Hello Smiles007: I'm an older person & no longer working. I also don't have a family, other than my wife. But there are still lots of things that need to be done. I often feel so tired I don't know where my next breath will come from. But I also fear where the bottom would be if I ever allowed myself to sink. So I keep pushing myself to do everything that needs to be done & more. I have those same negative, anxious feelings you have. I've never been a crier. But lately in particular, I sometimes feel myself close to tears. I don't cry though. I just keep pushing on through.

The obvious answer here, I guess, is to talk to a therapist. I don't see one. At my age, no therapist wants to be bothered with me. (And the feeling is pretty-much mutual I would have to admit.) So I don't know as I have much of anything useful to offer by way of suggestions. But I just wanted to let you know that I share your struggle.