Hi Starryprince, I have lived with depression for around 23 years. At my low points the temptation is to isolate myself, . Sometimes I have to take myself by the scruff of my neck and throw myself out of the house to go somewhere or into another room to force myself to do something distracting and that can take the most determination I can imagine. Its not easy but I'm still here so something worked. The best of luck with your strategies as you dig into your toolbox even when convinced its not worth it- it is.