Dad Quote by J.A. Redmerski
““If your dad doesn’t make it,” I begin and his expression falls, “let yourself cry, OK? One of the worst feelings in the world is being unable to cry and eventually it… starts to make things darker.””
About This Quote
Source novel The Darkest Minds by J.A. Redmerski, 2012
Allowing oneself to cry releases emotional pain and prevents darkness from deepening.
In simple terms: Crying heals emotional pain.
Key Takeaway
Give yourself permission to cry.
Themes
emotional health
vulnerability
healing
Mood
empathetic
supportive
Type
therapeutic
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- grief
- stress management
Key Concepts
psychology
self-care
Questions to Reflect On
- When did you last cry?
- What stops you from expressing sadness?
A Different Perspective
Suppressing tears can increase distress.
