What is what to do when you feel like crying?

It's completely normal to feel like crying sometimes. Here's what you can do:

• Acknowledge and Accept: The first step is to acknowledge that you feel like crying. Don't suppress the feeling. Trying to fight it can actually make it worse. Let yourself feel the emotion. More on accepting your emotions can be found here.

• Identify the Cause: Try to figure out why you feel like crying. Is it stress, sadness, anger, frustration, or something else? Understanding the root cause can help you address the issue more effectively. Further investigation to identify causes are here.

• Allow Yourself to Cry (If You Need To): Crying can be a healthy release of emotions. If you feel like you need to cry, find a safe and private space where you can let it out. Don't be ashamed or embarrassed. Info about healthy release here.

• Practice Self-Soothing Techniques: While crying can be helpful, sometimes you might want to try to calm yourself down. Here are a few techniques:

  • Deep Breathing: Focus on slow, deep breaths. Inhale deeply through your nose, hold for a few seconds, and exhale slowly through your mouth. A complete deep breathing guide here.
  • Mindfulness Meditation: Practice mindfulness meditation to focus on the present moment and calm your mind. Learn more here.
  • Listen to Music: Put on some calming music that you enjoy.
  • Take a Warm Bath or Shower: The warm water can be soothing and relaxing. Info about a warm bath/shower here.
  • Engage Your Senses: Light a scented candle, drink a cup of tea, or wrap yourself in a cozy blanket.
  • Progressive Muscle Relaxation: Tense and release different muscle groups in your body to relieve tension.

• Distract Yourself (If Appropriate): Sometimes, a little distraction can help. Watch a funny movie, read a book, call a friend, or go for a walk. But don't use distraction to avoid dealing with your emotions entirely. Some helpful distractions are here.

• Talk to Someone: Sharing your feelings with a trusted friend, family member, therapist, or counselor can provide support and perspective. Talking to someone here.

• Engage in Physical Activity: Exercise can release endorphins, which have mood-boosting effects. Go for a walk, run, bike ride, or do some yoga. Some helpful physical activity options here.

• Address Underlying Issues: If you find yourself feeling like crying frequently, it might be a sign of a deeper issue, such as depression, anxiety, or unresolved trauma. Seek professional help to address these issues. Professional help options are here.

• Journaling: Writing down your thoughts and feelings can help you process your emotions and gain clarity. Journaling options here.

Remember to be kind to yourself. It's okay to feel your emotions. The important thing is to find healthy ways to cope with them.