Simple Thoughts

Tears have always been considered a sign of weakness. When one thinks of crying, it is always connected to sorrow, pain, and depression. Vulnerability. But is that it? What if tears were given to be more than just a sign? What if tears had a healthy value connected to it? What if tears were a natural remedy to health issues?

I once read an article that stated men had more heart attacks than women. Is that a coincidence? Maybe it has something to do with the way men display their emotions compared to their female counterparts. I believe  one of the differences is men cry far less than women do. Crying is not a natural thing for men. It is unlearned at an early age. You heard it before “Big boys don’t cry” and “stop crying and suck it up.”

Men have heard these and other things that made them refrain from tears since a young age. So, what happens when they become men? They carry that same twisted learning to their adulthood which affects how they show affection in their relationships. Furthermore, they share this demented information with sons and the cycle continues again. Maybe this is one of the reasons there are so many angry young men, health issues in middle-aged men, and broken/damaged relationships.

Contrary to popular belief, I believe tears are necessary. They are a pressure release to life’s struggles, pains, troubles, stresses, etc. Think about it this way, when the earth is dry, deprived and stressed; rain comes to relieve it. So, it is with people. When life gets tough and overwhelming, tears give a necessary relief. It is like a release valve that relieves the pressure that has been building. If this pressure is not soon released the person will explode or implode. So, tears (crying) are a necessary part of life. It is needed to add balance to life.

So, next time you feel overwhelmed with life, next time things just become too overwhelming, next time you feel that you can’t take it any longer, find yourself a quiet corner and shed some tears. You will be surprised at how relieved you will feel. Furthermore, a good cry may be the fuel that you need to overcome the situation you may be in.

Share and Enjoy