Therapeutic Writing: Write Down Your Thoughts
Do therapeutic writing and write down your thoughts and feelings when overwhelmed with stress and tough times. Write often in a journal, and/or make a mind map. By practicing writing sessions such as these, you can combat depressive symptoms. Nip feelings of depression in the bud with positive things like gratitude journaling. Such actions can help you steer clear of negative emotions. In fact, they may very well reveal possible solutions as well as release underlying emotions.