I can only speak for myself.

had a depression before (and now strafing around another one) and can honestly say that i was a Moron. No plans for the future or any appriciation for a awesome moment that arises from time to time.

Today (after 3 years ok...) im doing better in this ways. I have a very clear cut plan for the future and for myself. I am working on starting a business and have a pretty good idea what i want for myself and with what kind of person i want to be with. That does not mean by anyway that i will succeed...actually now things look like they dont. But hell..im gonna try anyway ^^

PS also have to agree that 2012 wasnt the best year for most people i know.