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In Praise of Expressing Sadness

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Sadness by CuteTaeminnie
In Praise of Expressing Sadness

Being sad ain't so bad. In fact expressing sadness can be both useful and creative. When we think of being sad, we usually think of crying. Yet crying isn't the only way to express sadness. In fact, the expression of sadness may be one of the most creative and powerful forces which we have available.

Some of the most beautiful art, music, poetry and social movements have come out of people's sadness. When we're sad, we are in touch with something powerful and creative. Turning the sadness into words, actions or creative expression can create real healing. It can also move, touch and inspire others, allowing them to process their sadness in new ways.

The next time that you are sad, you can certainly shed tears, yet also stay open for how that sadness could turn into something beautiful.