I've had a similar experience with emotional tolls and performance at work. I've found that having one or two trusted work friends to confide in helps immensel

I've had a similar experience with emotional tolls and performance at work. I've found that having one or two trusted work friends to confide in helps immensely. They can basically act as support touchstones, even if you only talk about the topic once. Compassion in the workplace exists, but mindreading does not. Knowing that you dont have to shoulder the burden yourself, and be reminded of that fact, can help clear the mental space we all need to do our jobs. It's not easy or perfect, but it is doable especially with practice. As an example though, I've supported coworkers in similar straights in the past who only said as much as "I'm waiting on the results of some tests, then I might just quit my job and travel the world."