Is crying a sign of strength or weakness?

PUBLISHED: JUNE 26, 2022 TIME: 6:41 PM PST ARTICLE #: 143

You'll find that I can be a very dramatic person at times, and that's something that will only occur if we become friends and I become overly attached to you. At that point, I'll start to deepen the conversation by saying things like, "alam mo ba naiinis ako kay ganto, kasi ganito, ganiyan and blablabla". Believe me when I say that and if I start dropping names and details about each of them, you can officially call me your best friend.

In any case, going back to acting theatrical for a second, I recall the times when I always call a friend whenever I find myself in need of assistance. When I was in high school, I had a friend who was my very best friend, and thankfully, we are still good friends to this day. There are certain circumstances in which I will go directly to their house and just cry there. And are you aware of what she is doing when I am bawling my eyes out? You can see her just laughing at me and occasionally not paying much attention because she is aware that I am a drama queen.

Some of you may get the impression that she is not a good friend, yet she is. She is aware that every time I call her, I am already convinced of the resolution. She sometimes just lets me cry until there are no tears left in my eyes because she knows that is how I cope. To tell you the truth, a true friend will not waste your time with fruitless comments. Instead, she will talk to you as though you are an adult, which means that she will not treat you like a child. For me, a good friend will always give you the truth, regardless of how much it may hurt.

Anyway, I just gave you a taste of my life when it comes to crying. I cry when I am annoyed, worried, angry, and exhausted. When I am deeply joyful, enthusiastic, and astonished, you may notice me crying.

So why are we crying? Is it an indication of strength or weakness?

Crying is a healthy part of being human, in my opinion. I mean, when we weep, we are using our emotions to express what is going on inside our hearts. Crying also helps us release oxytocin and endorphins, which lowers stress levels in our bodies. So, if you ask me, crying is a symbol of strength for me.

Tears are natural for me. This is how we express our emotions, good or unpleasant. When I was in the worst situation of my life, I used to cry myself to sleep. Even though I had no one to talk to about my issues, sobbing was my safe haven, and it provided some relief. When I cry, I sometimes find a solution to my difficulty. To put it another way, crying can provide you with wisdom and the ability to think profoundly. When you know you can't solve your situation and you just cry, it allows you to contemplate for a time until you're fine and ready to face it. Believe me, I've been watching this in myself for years, which is why I know that crying actually empowers me. It will offer me more wisdom to face the challenges I encounter.

To summarize, I do not feel that crying is a sign of weakness. Actually, crying is our way of releasing our emotions and freeing ourselves from the harmful energies that surround us. If you observe someone crying because she has lost a loved one, don't judge her; instead, consider that she may be freeing up some space to minimize negative emotions, which can sometimes be helpful.

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