I've been a fan of games such as Populous, Civilization, Simcity, and so on...

Does anyone know of any 'world creation' games? That is: I have single spec of dust off in the remotest parts of the universe, and it's my role to 'keep the peace', to shape societies, to create new religions, to diversify products, to seperate, to mix, to mingle, and so on with the goal of becoming a space faring civilization to 'meet other creators' 'out there'?

Maybe you do, maybe you don't. There is a part of people's minds that associates with being male or female, but it doesn't necessarily match what their bodies or chromosomes are. There's a book with a chapter on this subject, "What You Can Change and What You Can't."

Get more vitamin D supplements, winter and less sunshine take a toll on a lot of people, their D levels drop to about half. Taking a daily supplement is key.

Also consider that your brain chemistry may be doing the depression. That can be controlled, you would need to talk to your doctor.

Depends on the persons goals / ambitions and also his choice of career.
If its politics, then its a huge weakness.

If its a line where there is minimal human contact, then its not a weakness.

agree - polls & surveys not entertainment? getting back up metaphorically after falling down inadvertently i might disagree with your question. regarding a part of life and living. there are substantial differences between living, surviving and existing. nice to see no shouting or ranting involved. expanded enough for next answer.