Is it normal to hold back your tears

I never much enjoyed crying, and even as a kid I would have to hide to be alone and cry. Sure there have been times I couldn't hold them back enough on times whatever got me going. I use to be able to cry in happiness sometimes. But I didn't like it, it felt like a weakness. Today my emotions have been sensitive, it isn't taking much to get me having to hold back. That is the thing, even when no one is around, I still fight against crying. is it normal to be so defiant against crying?

PS: I am a guy.

Voting Results
100% Normal
Based on 5 votes
Help us keep this site organized and clean. Thanks!
[ Report Post ]
Comments ( 5 )
  • shoka2322

    I do the exact same thing! Fuck crying!

    Comment Hidden ( show )
  • Imdonewithlife

    I'm a girl, and I have the same view. I just feel it's a weakness to cry. I know a lot of people say it's a "realease" of emotion for them but I think holding your tears back gives you the strength to overcome the issue at hand.

    Comment Hidden ( show )
  • Kcidskcusidu

    What's the point in crying when no one will ever care? When women cry, it can engender kindness and sympathy from others. Not so with men. Therefore crying is pointless from a male perspective.

    Comment Hidden ( show )
      -
    • RoseIsabella

      I think it depends on the so called others in question.

      Comment Hidden ( show )
  • JonathanOo

    I've been feeling like that lately but I know the cause. It's how hard the last year of my life has been. It kills me but at random times I feel emotional. When I was a teenager I never cried

    Comment Hidden ( show )