I have several feelings about this. One is that this was one of the best indicators of the severeity of my depression. It is also for me a symptom of anxiety. And, so much I dream of things that are really difficult and the waking reflects the dreams and I have to speak to myself about how this was a dream and not real. I know that it is good for me to have things to look forward to in a day. Even if it's an hour alone and I can swim or shower or take a nap.

It is good if you can have one thing to look for that will be rewarding. It's different for each of us but one of the things I have discovered is visiting with children allows me to be totally present in the moment and feel the joy of rocking the baby to sleep or feeding it or simply looking at picture books. When I am doing this I am not worried or sad or anxious, I am alive and present. Swimming also does that for me. Hope this helps.