We all struggle with difficult emotions, but sometimes those emotions lead to unwanted thoughts and can be so overwhelming that we don't know what to do or to whom to turn. In times like that it's common to withdraw from family and friends and isolate. It takes courage to admit how you're feeling, even if you're only admitting it to yourself at first. In addition to reaching out for professional help when you're feeling depressed, here are some strategies that may help alleviate your difficult emotions.