I've been struggling to find a job for nearly three years now, and it's really taking a toll on me emotionally. Every time I submit an application, I find myself breaking down in tears afterward. I have a STEM degree and several years of experience in local government, focusing on technical roles that also involved business operations and process improvements. Despite my varied work history and always going above and beyond in my roles, the silence from employers is crushing my spirit. I feel worthless and despairing, and I'm genuinely worried about becoming homeless if I don't secure a job soon. It's hard to keep pushing through this cycle of applying and hearing nothing back.