Why crying is good for your health

It's cleansing

Under the right circumstances, "a good cry is cleansing and leaves you feeling lighter and more able to cope," says Tessina. However, you have to train yourself to be able to spot the difference between a healthy cry and an unhealthy one. While a good cry is soothing, an unhealthy cry stemming from self-pity can lead to you blaming others for your problems without figuring out how to handle the issues you're faced with.