Why Are You Crying? Unpacking the Mystery of Tears
Discover the reasons behind our tears, their health benefits, and what happens if we don’t let ourselves cry.
(Photo: shutterstock)Crying is a cultural phenomenon. Some cultures cry more, while others less. The more embarrassing or guilt-inducing crying is, the less it happens.
Tears have numerous health benefits. Research has shown that crying helps cleanse toxins and destroy bacteria.
Crying is a natural defense mechanism.
Especially in uncertain and stressful times, laughter and tears often mix. Studies reveal that laughter and crying originate from the same part of our brain.
Crying, just like laughing, offers health benefits. Laughter is healthy, and crying is too. It boosts the immune system, lowers blood pressure, calms us, and aids in the proper functioning of body systems. People feel better after crying because tears release cortisol, the stress hormone. Even when problems aren't solved, crying can still be comforting.
Suppressing the urge to cry is harmful to our health. The body needs crying to break down and flush out emotional "toxic storage." Just like sweating or urinating, crying helps release toxins. Repressing tears generates stress, which can hinder us, sometimes making daily challenges difficult to manage.
When the body is overloaded with emotional baggage that doesn’t get discharged, simple situations can appear overwhelming and daunting. This is why breakdowns and operational difficulties occur.
Crying is vital for health because it provides emotional cleansing and relief.
Remember, just as crying is healthy, repressing tears can be damaging. Unexpressed difficult emotions might lead to toxin buildup in the body.
There is a connection between repressing emotions and imbalanced blood pressure, heart issues, and other illnesses.
The same brain mechanism governs laughter, which is crucial for health and maintaining mental balance. Both genuine and fake laughter release hormones that boost the immune system, enhance blood circulation, and rejuvenate body cells. Together, laughter and crying prevent illnesses and encourage healing.
Zohara Sharvit is a naturopath N.D and an iridologist, with extensive experience in therapy, counseling, and workshop facilitation. To book a free workshop, call 073-2221290
