Heretofloat.  I hear you about sulking.  I think as you heal that will go away.  I understand about the self-esteem and confidence thing as well.  I also use exercise as my go-to thing to forget/let go/heal/feel better about myself/distract.  I feel that I am in the best shape of my life after my divorce.  I don’t have a romantic partner but know that I am fit to be attractive.  Eating healthy not only helps you physically but also mentally.  It’s the mind-body-spirit connection thingy.

I can also relate about waking up in the morning depression thing as well as missing my chirpy side.

I view laughing out loud as my psychological and spiritual barometer.  If I noticed that I had not laugh lately then I start focusing on how I can laugh and find joy.

Let me know how you progress.

Mark