Is this 'normal'

[Dani17]

I struggle with emotions, I don't know whether to ignore them or let them out. when I do I always have like days, sometimes weeks, or 'on an off' crying and out bursts of emotion.

Question: is this normal, and why does it happen?

[Golfer15]

Hi, yes it is normal. Let it out. I have had this more recently since coming off anti depresants. I cried watching ve day anniversary at weekend and I cried in the gym the other morning , I was sweating so much no body saw. Emotion is a good thing. Quite often a sympton of depression but thats ok. It just shows we are sensitive people.

Keep in touch.

David

[Dani17 in reply to Golfer15]

Thank you David, You are very kind. the NHS say that I am roughly 18/27 for depression so it is very likely. you have se my mind at rest, thank you.

God Bless x

[UnwelcomeVisitor]

Crying is a very normal thing for both male and female.

Some of us men in particular find it hard to show our emotions especially in public.

You take care and enjoy life

Richard

[Dani17 in reply to UnwelcomeVisitor]

Phew, Thank you Richard. They're random out bursts though :3

Please continue to be supportive, wonderful and blessed.

[Hidden]

Good Morning Lost

We all have emotional days. They also say we should let them out. My emotions were beaten out of my by my family and all I have is a very raw, stressed reaction that need to be let out or I become very distressed, hence my condition Reactive Depression.

If you become over emotional that can just be you getting rid of any feelings you may have to that situation. Personally this can be a good thing as you may not be dwelling on that problem. Some may say you are over emotional. The British Stiff upper lip comes to mind.

Europeans, such as France, they are more emotional. than the British

BOB

[Dani17 in reply to Hidden]

Yup I'm a Brit :3 ... Thanks for the support with light humor.

Thank you Bob, God Bless :3 x

[st95]

Hi Lost16

We can all be emotional and I remember adults telling me that its good to let out our feelings whatever they are because keeping stuff locked up can be harmful to us, it can all build up. Ideally we should all have a good friend or family member who we can pour out our feelings. I find doing something in exercise helps. But we can't and don't all want to do this straight away. Remember you are not alone with this, so if it helps to write it down thats good as you have shared this with someone who may be feeling just like you. I hope this helps.

[st95]

Yes I think you are normal St95

[Dani17 in reply to st95]

Brilliant, I have been known to over think things :3

God bless x

[Annunnaki]

Hi sweet. I am really sorry to hear u r struggling. It's usual in period of depression. There's 3 main types. A mild depression, as when u get upset Ur cat or mother passes away is normal. It is quite common problem menstrual or in early teenage years. However if if it persist or you can't pinpoint the trigger u do need to get it looked at. I understand u self assessed online. That's a guy start in the right direction. Ur gp is Ur 1st point of call. He will give u advise on whom best to help you. Unfortunately bottling up emotions always comes back to bite us back in the rear end! I know this can seem difficult to accept for some of us, but u deserve to be happy and try Ur very best to achieve and maintain it as much as possible. U wouldn't ignore falling over all the time. So don't ignore Ur emotional health. It is even more important than most of Ur body parts as running Ur body greatly depends on it. And the longer u wait, the harder and longer the road to recovery can become. I wish u all the best sweety. Take great care of Yourself.

[Dani17 in reply to Annunnaki]

Your are very kind and supportive ... I am greatly appreciative ... I'm sure Mr being diagnosed with depression is the last thing any one needs right now ...But I'll cettaintly think about ur more ... Maybe keep note of the events of crying and maybe notice a pattern?

.thanks ones note and Godbless x

[angse]

Hi lost 16

Its quite normal to have the occasional cry, but not if it keeps on, if your feelings are really getting you down best to see gp for advice. Good Luck. Annette

[Dani17 in reply to angse]

The GP is highly recommended so I would imaging i shouldn't waste your guys advise and highly consider it :3

God bless and thanks :3 x

[angse]

Always here lost16 glad you have good doctor, good luck hope all goes well for you. Annette

[Dani17 in reply to angse]

Bless you Annette

[angse in reply to Dani17]

No bless you lost 16

Hope everything goes well for you !!

[Dani17 in reply to angse]

Thank you :3 ... I fear you may have misunderstood due to my lack of explanation ... I dont have a GP involved at the moment however its recommended that I should ... I have been slowly improving so I may not need to :3 ... Please take care Annette :3 x