It's healthy to cry, here's the brain science to prove it!

Crying does not make you weak

Crying is NOT a sign of weakness, in fact it can be a healthy way to process emotions...

...and here’s the brain science to prove it!

1. A natural response

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) teaches us that emotions like overwhelm, frustration, or sadness are natural responses to stress. 


These emotions aren’t something we need to 'fix' or suppress - they’re signals that our brain is processing something important.



Think of crying as the brain’s pressure release valve. 



When we cry, the body releases stress hormones like cortisol, which helps calm our nervous system.

2. Reset and recalibrate

From a neuroscience perspective, crying is actually a reset for your brain.

It shifts you out of the fight-or-flight state and back into rest-and-digest mode, where you can think more clearly and take action.

So, if you ever feel like crying before you tackle something tough, know this: your brain is simply recalibrating.

3. Getting ready

In NLP, we recognise the power of reframing.

Instead of seeing a cry as 'breaking down,' think of it as 'getting ready.'

You’re allowing yourself to process emotions, so you can move forward with clarity and strength.

You're not giving up, you're being human

So yes, you will do the thing, but first, let yourself feel.

It’s a natural, healthy part of being human.

Tears don’t mean you’re giving up: they mean you’re releasing what’s weighing you down so you can move forward with a little less pressure.

After all, sometimes the most productive thing you can do is give yourself permission to pause, cry, and then come back ready to tackle whatever life throws your way! 🌞