"A good cry"

[m_cobweb]

It's an interesting phrase. It seems to suggest that something positive comes from crying. I'm inclined to agree. I have been feeling for several days as though stress was building and building inside me, and that I might be all right if I could only have "a good cry." But I have been unable to do it. I'd feel the stirrings but I wouldn't be able to summon anything forth. And I was worried that it would happen uncontrollably in some inappropriate place, like work.

Well, I just had my cry. I hope it was enough. I suppose the need was intensified enough by hormones to cause it to happen. And you know what? It hurts like hell. But I have to believe I will be better tomorrow because of it. And so I do.

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[vulture23.livejournal.com]

Having a cry *can* bring positive things -- it's cathartic, and purges stress and pent-up emotion in a way that nothing else can. It's finally admitting to yourself that yes, this desperately-wanted thing is lost... which frees you to truly begin healing from the loss.

I really hope that you *do* feel better for this, soon. And never forget that you're more than welcome to call me, at *any* time.

[m-cobweb.livejournal.com]

I can tell I'm dealing with some very deep-seated hurts right now, triggered by current happenings. I do hope this means I'm starting to put some issues to rest.

I do feel much calmer today, if a bit puffy-eyed. And that will pass.

And it's good to know you're there. Thanks.