Hot take: if there's anything that feels as good as feeling good, it's crying in the shower. Not to be confused with the tears that crop up on your birthday or while sitting in the car, crying in the ...

Many people grow up believing that crying is a weakness, or some kind of a sign that you’ve lost control or can’t cope. So when the tears come, we fight them back, apologise for them, or feel ashamed.

If you’ve found yourself fighting back tears over a minor email or feeling a sudden lump in your throat at your desk this morning, you aren't alone. Today, Thursday, January 22, 2026, is being ...

We've all been there – crying our eyes out during a sad movie or after a tough day, wondering if all those tears are at least burning a few calories. Well, it turns out they actually do! I've ...

Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / AJR_photo. That box of tissues isn’t just for mopping up your emotions—those tears you’ve been holding back at work, in traffic, or during that commercial with the ...

We’re the only species that sheds emotional tears, but much about them remains an enigma. Credit... Supported by By Dana G. Smith Illustrations by Dominic Kesterton The last thing that made Dana Smith ...