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Tears of Joy: Unlocking the Powerful Benefits of a Good Cry

Derek Strike
6 min readMar 18, 2024

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Have you ever found yourself holding back tears in public, afraid of what others might think of you? Or have you ever felt guilty for crying, thinking it’s a sign of weakness?

In our fast-paced world, we often suppress our feelings, believing that crying is a vulnerability.

But did you know that bottling up those emotions is actually unhealthy and can lead to increased stress and anxiety and can have a negative physical effect?

The truth is that crying is a natural and healthy emotional response that we all experience at some point in our lives. It’s a healthy human reaction that provides a powerful release and offers some incredible benefits that most people don’t realize.

In fact, it’s one of the most genuine and powerful tools we have for healing, self-awareness, and emotional release and can profoundly impact our overall health and happiness.

So, why do we often feel embarrassed or ashamed to cry?

In this article, we’ll explore the benefits of crying and why it’s essential for our mental health and emotional well-being.

Shows Self-Awareness and Emotional Intelligence

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Derek Strike
Derek Strike

Written by Derek Strike

Writing is about becoming conscious. Nothing in life is of any value unless it is shared with others. Love to learn and be challenged.

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