Some people view crying as an act of weakness. They think people cry because they can’t reach their expectations; therefore, they’re helpless and vulnerable.
Despite all the criticism, I beg to differ.
I remember waking up and repeating this phrase over and over again;
“I won’t cry today, I won’t cry today, I won’t cry today…”
In my whole lifetime of existence, I have viewed tears as a sign of weakness. I don’t want to cry because people will think I’m fragile and powerless. Instead of finding the solution, I shed tears and beg.
I’m a faucet wanting to burst, but a piece of wood is covering it.
I’m a waterfall that suddenly stopped running because rocks are guarding it.
I’m hoping the next drop of tears is not caused by slamming all the doors.
But with kindness and purity — tears of love and vigor.
I was told that I was a huge crybaby since I was just a kid.
When I got a wound from running, my parents told me to stop crying because I’m not a baby anymore.
When I got a low grade on a test, my friends told me it was not a big deal.
When I just wanted to weep, they told me to endure it without the need to cry.
It wasn’t until today that I realized crying is a sign of strength as well. It’s a sign that despite all the problems you choose to stay and linger. So please just let it flow. Focus on what you’re feeling right now, and don’t ignore it. Time will pass, and this won’t be as big of a deal anymore.
Sometimes, to clear the sky and for brightness to come in, you need to pour rain.
I hope your next tears will not be caused by sorrow and misery. But with happiness and satisfaction — tears of love and vigor.
-A.L ౨ৎ ⋆｡˚
