Embodied Emotion: The Wisdom in Your Tears

My name is Ellie, and as a feminine embodiment coach, I’m passionate about guiding people to connect with their bodies, emotions, and inner wisdom.
In today’s post, we’ll explore a topic that’s incredibly close to my heart: embodied emotion and why there is profound wisdom in your tears. I’ll share insights into why crying and emotional release are essential, how to create space for your emotions, and some practical tips to support your journey toward emotional embodiment.

Why Tears and Emotions Matter
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We live in a culture that often views tears as a sign of weakness or something to suppress. Many of us feel an almost automatic sense of danger or vulnerability when tears surface, apologizing if we cry in public or hiding our emotions entirely. Yet, tears are a powerful way for our bodies and minds to release stress and reconnect with our deeper truths.
From my personal experience, I understand this journey well. As a teenager and young adult, I became emotionally numb, believing it was a sign of strength not to cry or show vulnerability. Over time—particularly after becoming a mother—I began to unravel this conditioning, allowing myself to feel deeply and heal.
When we cut ourselves off from our emotions, we also limit our ability to experience joy and connection. Our emotional range narrows, leaving us disconnected from the full richness of life. Embracing your emotions is not about "fixing" something broken—it's about reconnecting to the fullness of who you are.

The Conditioning Around Tears and Vulnerability
It’s important to recognize the societal and cultural conditioning that teaches us to suppress emotions. For many of us, this conditioning begins in childhood, reinforced by messages like “stop crying” or “don’t be so sensitive.” Over time, this leads to disconnection from our feelings and an association of shame or fear with emotional vulnerability.
For women especially, our emotional nature is often misunderstood or dismissed. Yet, emotions are a gift—a way to process and move through life’s challenges. By leaning into our emotions instead of suppressing them, we allow healing, growth, and transformation to occur naturally.

My Personal Journey with Emotional Embodiment
Becoming a mother was a turning point in my journey with emotional embodiment. Parenting my highly sensitive son taught me the importance of holding space for emotions—both his and mine. When I leaned into his sensitivity, I realized that nurturing his emotional expression helped him regulate frustration and express himself more openly. This reinforced how vital it is to hold space for emotions without judgment.
It’s a process, though. Learning to embrace your emotions doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a practice of peeling back the layers, creating space, and cultivating a deeper relationship with yourself. And yes, it takes courage. Allowing yourself to feel deeply can be challenging, but the insights and healing on the other side are profound.

Tips for Embracing and Embodying Your Emotions

If you're ready to start embodying your emotions and accessing the wisdom in your tears, here are a few practical tips:
1. Create Space for Your Emotions
Slowing down and creating intentional space is essential. When life gets busy, it’s easy to push emotions aside. But slowing down allows those emotions to surface naturally. Try taking a break, journaling, or simply sitting in stillness.
2. Notice Inner Judgment
Pay attention to your self-talk when emotions arise. Are you judging yourself for feeling a certain way? Similarly, notice your reactions to others’ emotions. How comfortable are you with someone else expressing vulnerability? These reflections can offer valuable insights into your relationship with emotions.
3. Tune Into Your Body
Emotions live in the body. When you feel something arise, close your eyes and tune into where you feel it physically. Is it in your chest, your stomach, or your throat or somewhere else? Becoming intimate with the physical sensations of your emotions can help you process and express them.
4. Allow Yourself to Cry
Crying is an incredibly healing and regulating process for your body. Tears release stress hormones and create space for emotional clarity. Instead of fearing that your emotions will “take over,” trust the process and give yourself permission to cry when needed.
5. Seek Support if Needed
If navigating emotions feels overwhelming, consider seeking support from a coach or a trusted guide. Having someone hold space for you in a non-judgmental way can make the process feel safer and more empowering.

Emotions as Medicine
Your tears and emotions are not weaknesses—they are medicine for your body, mind, and soul. By embracing them, you connect more deeply with yourself and others. Emotional embodiment isn’t about reaching a destination or solving a problem; it’s about rediscovering your truth and freeing up energy to live with intention and authenticity.
If this resonates with you, I encourage you to explore more. I offer coaching and host a supportive Facebook community where we share embodiment practices and insights. You’ll find all the details in the links below.


Join the Conversation
I’d love to hear from you! How do you currently express your emotions? Have you tried creating space or tuning into your body? Let me know in the comments or share your reflections in the community.
Thank you for being here, and I look forward to seeing you in the next post.

Ways to connect with me on this journey of embodiment below:

​You can find more details on Embodiment Life Coaching by emailing [email protected]  or schedule a free discovery call to learn more https://calendly.com/elly-thankfulflow/discovery-call-feminine-embodiment-coaching. 

Also follow my podcast on spotify : Embodied & Empowered Wisdom https://open.spotify.com/episode/7ojXDhkHa02EJTVzAYp4w7?si=QgAxGD4CQQ-bjbbw_9mM5g
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Or request to join the free embodied and empowered community of FB for regular tips and insights : https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12DPq1bhkKj/?mibextid=K35XfP 

Together, let’s continue this journey of embodied and empowered living.
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