It sounds like you are really busy on the job applications front and I'm hoping something will unfold for you soon.
I work in HR and it's surprising how many people we see who have a scattergun approach to applying for jobs. I always think the best way is to hone down to a smallish number - 6 to 8 maybe - and then really go for it. It sounds as though you have the right approach here I think.
One thing I love to see is for people to have researched us and to ask an interesting question about a development within our business at interview.
Ps: I wouldn't worry about what your 13yr old said....maybe just something overheard and repeated....
Handling the anxiety is the other thing and meditation/yoga/exercise have helped me a lot during some difficult times.
Keeping my fingers crossed for you my friend
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We receive & we lose, and must try to achieve gratitude & embrace with whole hearts whatever of life that remains after the losses - Dubus