Stay Strong.
I have been there. Felt like giving up on everything.
I must've interviewed at 10+ companies in a span of 3 months. No interviews for the next month due to holiday season. I used to choke up when recruiters/HMs asked me why I wanted this role "I mean I just told you I got laid off? Do you want me to tell you details of my dwindling emergency fund?".
Eventually found a job. Everyone does. You will too.
What helped me stay mildly sane during that time:
- Being honest with friends and family, neighbors, acquaintances. If they asked me how I am, I'd say I'm NOT ok. Tell them the truth, ask for referrals, recommendations. It was cathartic. I took the shame out of the layoff.
- Good simple food habits (cut down on eating out completely except for spouse's birthday dinner), regular exercise
- 8+ hours of sleep. Seems counter intuitive and I couldn't sleep well the first few weeks. Took melatonin on docs advice. Felt refreshed and ready to tackle the next day of endless scrolling of jobs
- Having a reasonable interview prep schedule (I was a decent candidate but I knew cramming in 16 hours a day of prep was of no use). I probably spent about 8 hours a day, split equally between applying/resume updates and prep.
- Talking to my support system every day - spouse, parents, friends.
Hope this helps someone. Do NOT lose hope.