If you cry while watching movies, it is probably a sign of your emotional strength

  • Written by: Debra Rickwood, Professor of Psychology, University of Canberra
If you cry while watching movies, it is probably a sign of your emotional strengthShutterstock

You have probably found yourself weeping quietly, or even suddenly sobbing uncontrollably, while watching a movie. Common culprits include Marley and Me, The Color Purple, Schindler’s List and The Lion King.

You may have tried to blubber discretely so your dry-eyed companions didn’t think you were a sook (and no doubt you...

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