The Medicine of Tears

There’s something sacred about a good cry.

Not the quick, polite kind: the soul cry. The kind that shakes loose the heaviness you’ve been holding in your chest and leaves you somehow softer, lighter, and more alive afterward.

Today, I witnessed a mama’s version of that sacred release.

She brought her sweet baby in for his immunizations, a routine visit, but one that always tugs at a mother’s heart. The moment that tiny needle touched his skin, she flinched. Tears welled up in her eyes as he cried out. She held him close, whispering gentle love into his tiny ear.

And then, she cried too.

Not out of weakness, but out of love. Out of empathy. Out of the deep, unspoken ache that mothers feel when their babies hurt.

But then, something beautiful happened.

After the tears, after that shared cry, she smiled. She nursed him tenderly, soothed his little body, and you could feel the energy shift. The tension had lifted. Her tears had washed something clean.

That’s when it hit me again: a good cry is medicine.

In nursing and wellness, we talk a lot about homeostasis: the body’s ability to return to balance. Crying is one of the ways our emotional system does that.

Science even backs it up: tears contain stress hormones, and releasing them literally helps the body regulate. A good cry can lower blood pressure, calm the nervous system, and improve mood.

But beyond biology, there’s this soul-level truth: crying is a spiritual rinse. A moment where your body says, “I can’t hold this anymore,” and your spirit finally exhales.

Whether you’re a mom watching your baby get their shots, a nurse processing a hard shift, or simply a woman moving through life’s changes. Please, let it out.

Let it fall.

Let it wash through you.

You are not weak for feeling deeply; you are wise to release what no longer belongs inside.

To every nurse who’s ever stepped into a supply closet to breathe through a wave of emotion, to every mom who’s quietly cried in her car after an appointment, to every woman who feels everything a little too much. Sis, you’re not “too sensitive.”

You’re tuned in.

You’re human.

You’re healing.

And just like we comfort infants after their tears, we deserve that same gentle care for ourselves. Sometimes all your soul needs is a good cry, a deep breath, and a moment of grace.

So next time you feel it coming, don’t stop it.

Close the door, breathe, and let your soul wash itself clean.

Gentle Reminder: Tears are not a sign of breaking down, they’re a sign of breaking open.

There is beauty in release.

There is healing in softness.

And there is strength in every woman who allows herself to feel.

Tears are medicine. Let them do their work.

As we explore the healing power of our tears, it’s also important to care for our bodies with the same tenderness. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers updated immunization schedules to guide us in protecting our health and the health of those around us.

For the most current vaccine recommendations, please visit the CDC’s Immunization Schedules for Adults and Children:

• Adult Immunization Schedule – 2025

• Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule – 2025

These resources provide comprehensive guidance on recommended vaccines by age and medical condition, helping you make informed decisions about your health.

Remember, nurturing your body with proper nutrition, rest, and preventive care is as essential as nurturing your spirit. If you have questions about your specific health needs, consider discussing them with a healthcare provider who can offer personalized advice.

I See You With Love,

Mika