Jerry Seinfeld has some great anecdotes about depression on his podcast episode with Tim Ferris. He said something to the effect of: "a pair of running shoes and meditation can cure depression and anxiety for most people" I realized IN MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE/OPINION the mind wants to be happy and motivated. More @Wikipedia
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