We're shopping our feelings this Black Friday. Here are 3 things to know

Shoppers walk around Ross Park Mall near Pittsburgh earlier this month. For the first time, the National Retail Federation says, Americans will spend more than $1 trillion on holiday gifts, food and decorations.

Signs are pointing to deeper discounts this Black Friday, as stores try to coax anxious shoppers into splurging.

(Image credit: Nate Smallwood)