Did you ever hear of that study that proved depressed people actually estimate how well they'll do on something better than undepressed people? Those normies routinely overestimated themselves. I think that's call "confidence" or "belief in your own abilities" or some damn thing like that.

Interesting. I'm trying to develop a new coping strategy. I figure, if my expectations are reduced drastically, then I won't be disappointed when things that I'd like to happen don't. As a result, if good things do happen, then I'll be pleasantly surprised. It's not depression, exactly, and it doesn't mean I won't try to plan for the things I hope for. It's not hopelessness so much as zero expectations. Don't know if that made some sense.