Funny how all those bad choices he made during that 'dark period' were harmful (on the short and medium term) to others only, while gaining advantage (and fun in the sun w/the much younger affair partner!) for himself.

Must be a coincidence.

(And ignoring that there would be long-term consequences is not a sign he was depressed; it's very common behaviour in narcissists and sociopaths.  They believe they are entitled to do what they want, without thinking of potential consequences, for themselves or anyone else.)