Cristina Quote by Cristina Orante
“Holding your feelings in is like waiting to go to the bathroom. Pouring it out makes it better, and the longer you hold it in, the more it hurts.”
About This Quote
Suppressing emotions causes increasing distress; expressing them relieves pain and restores balance.
In simple terms: Holding feelings hurts; releasing them helps.
Talk about your emotions promptly.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- therapy sessions
- conflict resolution
- stressful work environments
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How often do you bottle up feelings?
- What safe outlet can you use to express emotions?
If you share too much, you may feel vulnerable or judged.