Quality post. But I just wanna clarify a few things. For a lot of people, depression isn't a "come and go" thing. I myself am one of them. I have what is called "hereditary" or "chronic" depression. Its genetic and will never go away. I'm 41 now. Even at the highest point of my life did I feel pathetic and I spent many years suicidal with no real explanation or cause as to why. The legitimate reason is that my body doesn't produce enough serotonin. But even with depression that doesn't go away, there are many things that help. What you said is 100% true in my experiences with depression. It never goes away, but it can definitely be diminished.