You might be better off doing this if you are stuck in a rut. A lot of people put up with dull jobs for other benefits - such as a happy home life. 6 Try to reawaken with treats the emotions that depression smothers. Having a nice meal, going to the cinema or seeing a friend should give you a taste of happiness again. 7 Think about how you can change your perspective.
Introspection is a feature of depressive bouts.
But mood changes are often triggered when you start interacting with the world again. A very positive and amusing colleague can give you a different angle to focus on.