It has always been linked to situations of deep sorrow or to tragic and dramatic moments in people’s lives, although it does not always have to be that way. In addition to being an act that traditionally tends to be repressed, generally out of shame or fear of showing weakness or vulnerability in front of others; although this is nothing more than an unfortunate social construction. Despite all this, the reality is that crying is good.
There can be many totally different reasons behind crying, such as sadness or happiness, anger and frustration, but the act of shedding tears itself has benefits for the body and mind. And that is why you should not try to repress, but quite the opposite.
Releasing crying and not ignoring it or trying to avoid it brings with it a good number of favorable aspects that will positively affect the body and mental health. That is why it is essential to allow yourself to cry when necessary.
