When can emotional tears help?

Emotional tears kill pain before it us. Here’re 3 supporting evidence:

1. Research. Some studies suggest that crying can be good for physical and mental health. It releases stress hormones related to endorphins (brain chemical aka ‘natural painkiller’).
2. Pop culture. I recall in an episode of CBS 90’s sitcom “Everybody loves Raymond”, Ray was surprised to find Debra crying alone, even more surprised that she ‘scheduled’ alone time for crying to feel good.
3. Art. Emotional tears could be viewed as a sign of weakness and a lack of self-control, yet by letting go of control, we look within to restore balance in our life and take a step toward healing. This concept is embodied in the Japanese art form kintsugi that refers to seeing beauty in imperfection so we can live in the moment and break free from <name your master>. It likens the power of vulnerability.

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