Those who weep recover more quickly than those who smile.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People who cry heal faster than those who hide pain behind smiles.
- In plain terms
- Expressing sadness helps recovery more than hiding it.
- What can you take from it?
- Crying aids emotional healing.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you process sadness?
- Is crying a sign of strength?
Another view
Some cultures discourage crying as healing.
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