Negotiating pay when I have been out of work - any advice?

I have been out of work for 23 weeks and feel pressure to accept less. It has been weighing on me all week. I also do not want to sell myself short. What did you say?

Keep everything in writing and save the confirmation numbers. It made the follow-up calls so much easier.

Asking about the range for the role first worked for me. Some recruiters share it.