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Crying on the inside? Discover the real reason behind that lump in your throat – globus sensation

This connection between emotions and physical sensations is why you might feel a lump when you’re trying to hold back tears. It’s your body’s way of saying, “Let it out already!”

Lifestyle Health
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Bawling for balance: discover how crying can boost your mood and reduce stress

Emotional tears contain leucine enkephalin, a natural painkiller, and help your body release oxytocin and endorphins, those magical “feel-good” chemicals that bring calm and relief.

Lifestyle Health
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published