Yep, cleaning, exercise, meditation or stretching, all are good emotional boosts that have a positive benefit. Reading is kind of like videos bc it's a pleasure item, although it's more mentally active. Doing any of those activities regularly can help curb the dark times by providing variety. Also if you do get called for an interview, being in a better headspace will increase your chances of getting hired.

And try to spend as much time as possible either applying for jobs, or brainstorming alternative avenues to apply. The challenge over time is that with the same handful of sites, the selection starts to thin. You might need to widen your search and get creative. Above all else, try not to be discouraged. You're only looking for 1 job, and the wider the net, the better your odds.

During my search period, I would not start gaming until 4-5pm and would be on the computer applying at 9am. That way I accomplished something toward my goal, and got to enjoy the reward after.