About Us
Cognitive, emotional and physical resilience is a human birthright. We can learn to cultivate and sustain it with savvy about what makes it possible. The Crying Space is here to promote clarity about how emotional tears can help.
It's no secret that modern life is creating increasingly high demands on human nervous systems—and yet human cultural systems have been slow to center the regulatory superpower only humans have. To access and use it, we just need some space.
When we're overwhelmed, angry, scared or in pain, we cry. That's because emotional tears exist to evacuate stress hormones in real time. We are the only primate known to have this superpower, and it's time we start talking about it. Below, you'll learn more about what we're going to do to support the conversation.
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Our Promise & Priorities
We're here to advocate for nervous system regulation as a human birthright, and promote a culture of safe crying.
Accurate Science
We'll curate scientific research on the subject of emotional tears to promote a clear understanding of the physiology and benefits of emotional tears.
Mindful Awareness
We'll share information and practices that promote awareness of a crier's mind, body, and environment so that crying can release—versus increase—stress.
Crying Spaces
With regulated brains and bodies, our thinking and actions become more effective. We support access to crying spaces in living and workplaces as well as public areas to help support regulation in real-time.