I'm feeling a bit somber right now, so this article is going to reflect that a bit, I guess. Recently I've been feeling like I just need to... cry. About what? I have no idea. Just a release of emotion or stress, I suppose. But that's not a bad thing. I feel as if most people seem to think that crying (especially for no specific reason) is a sign of being weak–and that's just not true.

For all of my friends out there that feel the need to let out a good cry, even if it's over, well, nothing; you should just find some time for yourself and really let yourself release all of the pent-up energy that you're holding in. You don't always need a reason to cry. Sometimes it can just make you feel better–and to be quite honest, I'm not exactly sure why that is.

What I find upsetting, though, is that men are "not allowed" to cry. To all of the men reading this:

YOU LET THEM TEARS ROLL DOWN YOUR MASCULINE FACE. SHOW THEM FEELS.

Really, though. In all seriousness, don't ever feel the need to hold it in; because honestly, that's even worse. When you hold your feelings in, they'll just get stronger until you explode at some point and lash out on someone you love, or worse. Even if you don't have to cry, though, it's always better to let yourself release this negative/stressful energy in some healthy way. Crying is my personal favorite, but some other options are to write down your feelings, create something (if you're the artsy type), or even just have a really intense workout.

So yeah, I guess that's all I really wanted to say. Who knows, a good cry may lift the weight off your shoulders. It may be exactly what you need. And that's perfectly okay. Remember to care for yourself.