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Now, nutrition side aside, let's get to the mental side of the things. I don't want to bore you with how I came to my conclusions, I'll keep it concise and just share what you need to know. First and foremost, depression is a set of mental habits.
>Habit of having high expectations
>Habit of reacting negatively
>Habit of zoning out
Fix these three habits and it's impossible for you to be depressed. You need to learn to accept reality with no buts and ifs. Yes, the world is a shitty place and yes, no justice in this world. Yes, there are stupid/bad/evil people. Yes, sometimes painful things will happen to innocent people. Accept it. Internalize it. Live with it. Focus only on what's in your control. Have standards, not expectations and focus only on what is in your control.
>Enchiridion by Epictetus is the first book you need to read.
Since you have bad mental habits, you need to learn to notice your negative thoughts and interrupt them as soon as possible. Be observant of your feelings and thoughts, push away negative emotions by focusing on long term goals and benefits of your actions. Focus on what YOU can do at this moment, right now, cut off all other thoughts. To have better self control you need to read
>Education of the Will by Jules Payot
These two books all you need. However, you want to make it easier for your self. You need to understand how people and society works. Read books on mental models
>Seeking Wisdom by Peter Bevelin
>Mathematical Problem Solving by Alan Schoenfeld for mental heuristics
>Anti-fragile and Black Swan by Nassim Nicholas Taleb
>You Must Change Your Life by Peter Sloterdijk
We live in a shitty world and you want to game the system. Read
>Ride the Tiger by Evola
You want to have a strong identity, but it's impossible if you don't have a great father figure. I know who should become your father figure, whom you should try to emulate at all points in your life.
>Odysseus by Homer
You want to have a clear direction in your life. Set goals for yourself and make clear plans. Make it achievable, stay realistic at all times. Being good looking makes everything easier in life. Get in shape, get good clothes, groom yourself and always hold a frame. Being healthy also makes everything easier, so lift weights, do cardio and have good diet.

That's it for now. Read and re-read the books I've mentioned here and take notes. They will change your life. They will teach you to be content.