In fact, in her book Option B, Sheryl Sandberg frequently writes about how much journaling helped her sort through and cope with her grief after the sudden loss of her husband. “Journaling can be a useful tool for all of us including for those times when we are depressed,” explains Linda Carroll, M.S. “It can be a place to express ourselves as long as we are not judging ourselves.” We know journaling works, but how can you make it work for you? Here’s what the experts have to say. Dealing with depression? Here’s Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s message for any struggle.