I should probably just preface this by saying I've had problems with depression and anhedonia in the past, and this was specifically brought on by me getting dumped and trying to deal with the newfound loneliness that came after it.

Following my difficulties, I spent a year travelling because I just wanted to escape from everything and everyone I knew at home. Although I was still depressed whilst travelling, it was a really good way for me to find enjoyment and excitement in my life again. I've now returned home and made an attempt to return to 'normal' existence with a healthier mindset. I work hard to progress towards a well-paid career, I'm trying to be more social than I used to be, I go to the gym every day, and I play sports 3-4 nights per week. Despite all this, nothing I do is exciting for me. They're just things that temporarily pass the boredom, which returns to me as soon as I'm alone. The only thing I can think of which would give me excitement is getting a girlfriend, but it's this desperation for companionsip that led to my problems in the first place.

So what gives you genuine excitement in your everyday life? What do you wake up looking forward to? Because I'm bored by everything in my life and just wish I was back travelling.