Is crying healthy?

Yes — crying is genuinely healthy. It releases stress hormones, signals safety to your nervous system, and often produces a sense of relief afterward. Research shows emotional crying can improve mood and reduce pain. Suppressing tears is associated with increased stress. What crying cannot do alone is resolve the underlying issue — that requires reflection and support. Lovon creates space for both: expressing what you feel and gently working toward understanding it.

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