Lope de Vega

"with a few flowers in my garden, half a dozen pictures, and some books, i live without envy."

People express and process emotions in different ways. For some, tears fall readily during moments of sadness, stress, or relief, while others may find it difficult to cry even when they feel deeply emotional.

Why Can’t I Cry?

June 7, 2026

We are not raising girls to be kind and boys to be strong because biology requires it, but because culture teaches children which emotions, behaviors, and ambitions are acceptable.

The Cost of Gendered Kindness

May 12, 2026