There's something deeply cathartic about letting tears flow freely, whether from moments of joy or sadness. Tears manifest our soul's deepest emotions, rising from within us. By embracing the tingling sensation behind our eyes and the lump in our throat and allowing tears to stream down our faces, we liberate our feelings, allowing them to surface and be set free.
Parents often cry joy and pride when they witness their children's accomplishments, like taking their first steps, celebrating birthdays, or graduating. Reuniting with a long-lost friend after years apart can also bring tears of happiness. We might be tearing up at weddings or watching a touching love story. Tears of relief flow when we receive good news about a loved one's recovery, while tears of sorrow fall when we experience loss or death. Heartbreak can lead to never-ending tears, whether over a breakup, a lost friendship, or a missed opportunity. We cry out of disappointment, for the pain and suffering in the world, and in response to our own physical or emotional pain. Tears can also express our anger, burning with intensity as they stream down our faces. Each tear is a physical release of our deepest emotions.
For example, imagine a person holding back tears after a difficult breakup. They may have been trying to stay strong and control their emotions. However, something triggers their feelings one day, and they cry uncontrollably. In that moment, they feel a weight lifted off their shoulders, as if a release valve has been opened, allowing their pent-up feelings to flow out.
Allowing yourself to cry can be a powerful way to process and release emotions that you may have been holding onto. It's a way to honour your feelings and permit yourself to be vulnerable. So, don't hold back if you feel the urge to cry. Open up, release your tears, and let your feelings flow. It's a natural and healing process that can help you move forward and find peace.