I'm quite skeptical about authors offering their "self help" way of overcoming depression because they seem to only work short term and require lots of commitment and effort (which some people can't really afford).

For example, I used to write and draw, but stopped because they required too much energy and focus. Also, I would always be my own biggest critic and tell myself to give up because I was unsatisfied with what I did.

Still, I enjoyed the pleasant video and may even try to get back into my old hobbies.