Today is about survival, not high performance. If you feel like crying, remember that your body is just asking for a release.

After Michael Harwell’s wife died of brain cancer two years ago, he learned to embrace the grieving process by relishing 56 years worth of memories from his marriage, and sharing them with friends.

We’re the only species that sheds emotional tears, but much about them remains an enigma. Credit... Supported by By Dana G. Smith Illustrations by Dominic Kesterton The last thing that made Dana Smith ...

Crying is a natural bodily response to emotions like sadness or joy, as well as stress and pain. It's completely normal and nothing to be ashamed of, but crying doesn't come easily for everyone. Ever ...

Reaching for the tissue box during a movie isn't a sign of weakness. Research shows crying releases oxytocin and endorphins, ...

There was a time when crying in front of others might have induced shame and embarrassment. But for younger generations who can scarcely remember a time without social media, it’s now common to post ...

Nicholas Sparks’ books have been making readers cry since The Notebook was released in 1996, and millions are hooked by the emotional draw of his novels. Many readers just can’t help but cry at the ...

I am not a big crier. I shed tears, if I had to guess, every few months or so. But my best friend? She cries at everything: Movies, love songs, memories, how adorable our dogs are—and, of course, ...