Not being very sad all the time is good for you, 10⁄10 recommend.
Words to live by, right there.
I think everyone has some experience with anxiety and depression; the alternative is literally ataraxia. The distinctions come with things like, “is it transitory or chronic?” and “is it ruining your life?” I’m glad you’re not in that state anymore, though.
With regards to anxiety, I’ve had thoughts recently along the same track; maybe I’ll write them up at some point. It’s almost a case of “the dose makes the poison”—some amount of anxiety is natural and can motivate you, but too much and it prevents you from doing anything.
Words to live by, right there.
I think everyone has some experience with anxiety and depression; the alternative is literally ataraxia. The distinctions come with things like, “is it transitory or chronic?” and “is it ruining your life?” I’m glad you’re not in that state anymore, though.
With regards to anxiety, I’ve had thoughts recently along the same track; maybe I’ll write them up at some point. It’s almost a case of “the dose makes the poison”—some amount of anxiety is natural and can motivate you, but too much and it prevents you from doing anything.