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Hi Tim,
I have worked in the health system, including mental health, for a number of years. First things first, see a GP and get a referral to see a psychologist or psychiatrist. That will determine if you are suffering from clinical depression. If you do, both anti depressants and psychological therapy can help (psychiatrist and GP tend to favour anti depressants).
There is no shame and stigma associated with depression like it used to be thanks to people like Jeff Kennett and others who did much work in this area.
As people (males in particular) move into middle age, it is not usual for us to question who we are, what we achieved and what we legacy we want to leave behind. This is because we are becoming increasingly aware of our mortality and of our close friends and family getting frailer. This is normal.
There is also much more talk of work life balance of late. This is driven in part by incessant consumerism and keeping up with the jones with the latest gadgets (telescope notwithstanding of course).
I actually faced a similar situation last year and decided, with the help of my wife, to take a year off to be a stay at home dad. Sure we are eating into our savings, but I am happier. I am now ready for a part time job later this year or next year. Not everyone has the same options as me just to quit a job, but it does come down to work to live v live to work.
Good luck and do let me know if you want some further info.
Cheers
Bo
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