I've not been able to cry for a very long time, and I really need to. Is there a method to induce crying and letting it all out ?

At first, it needs to be considered where is the reason that you can't cry. If reason is in eyes, you need to see your ophtalmologist. Dry eyes, especially due to long hours behind computer or smart phone can be culprit that you can't cry as your tear glands in the eyes are dried up. You also need to blink regularly with your eyes when behind computer or when you notice that your eyes are dry to provide some moisture to the eyes and to encourage your tear glands to excrete tears. Reasons for inability to cry can be also of mental/emotional nature. In this case you need to see your psychiatrist or therapist to improve your emotional health.

I'm sorry to hear that. It sure is unhelpful and frustrating. It all depends though. Prescribed medication can definitely interfere with our sad emotion, reducing or completely ridding of that feeling to cry. But all in all, I would suggest seeing your doctor about it. I'm no professional, but perhaps your doctor and you can come up with some sort of plan to help you with the feeling of unable to cry. If you don't take medication, it is still a good idea to see a professional about it. Perhaps some mindfulness could help you. If you like I can send you a link for mindfulness.

For me it's overcoming shame or fear that I'm allowing myself to be vulnerable with such open display of emotion. I make a safe place for those moments. My room, no mirrors, low lights. My room has heavy drapes on windows and walls to help keep noise out( it's for sensory issues) but it also stops my tears and grief from creating echoes or so much noise that I am hearing it and thinking others do too. I always use aromas to help, sandalwood was an incense my best friend burned and he was always my comfort and strenght. I let myself build...I feel those emotions and bring them up, I let them well up till it's to late to stop. I feel them, really feel the loss, the bitterness, the love, the anger. I let them out and let them go. I feel them drain away. Once it's done I'm exhausted. I always have a water bottle near me, and I have always needed it. It's part of my process. I think what really is key is to be in a place you are safe and comfortable, and to not feel shame. And then to really find those emotions that have to be expressed and let them out.

First find a private safe space (ex. your bedroom) that you can cry in. You body will go into protective mode if you feel the need to hide emotions. Allow yourself to be comfortable with crying. (know that crying is not only for babies, it's natural) Next think deeply about what makes you sad. (ex. others hurting you) Channel that feeling into your mind. Follow that up with journaling your thoughts or perhaps listening to sad music. It could even be a sad movie, or sad anime episode, or sad Youtube video. Whatever you're most comfortable with to help you get in the mood.

I personally try listening to songs that make me sad, particularly songs from musicals. I also recommend watching a sad movie. Some movies that always make me cry are Once I Was a Beehive, Bridge to Terabithia, or any movie where a dog dies. Another thing that I find helpful in inducing crying is talking about my problems. I always seem to tear up when I am being truthful about things that are causing me distress or things that make me feel like I want to cry. Talking it out doesn't even have to be with another person. For me, it even works when I talk to myself in the mirror.

Sometimes if I feel like I really want to cry but am unable to, I'll put on a heartfelt movie like "Marley & Me" or something similar, or listen to a sad song to "get in my feels". Usually, for me, after I listen or watch for a little bit and focus on what exactly is bothering me, I'm able to start getting a few tears out. Eventually, that will typically get the cry flowing. After I finish crying, I try to take the time to reflect on what exactly was upsetting me and learn from the experience overall. For me, these situations usually occur when I'm very stressed.

Yeah, crying is needed to to pour out your feelings, but sometimes you can not cry. Well, if you talk to someone who listens to you and cares about you, you can cry. Here, at 7 cups, therapists and listeners are here for you! Just take it easy and talk to someone. We all care about your feelings. And you can easily cry and pour out your feelings:) On the other hand, if you have a close friend, you can talk to them and cry. A hug is really helpful :)) Anyways, no one judges you at 7 cups, you can easily trust and talk. Take care..

Deep core emotional healing can really help. You need a safe space that can be dimly lit and that you can lie down comfortably in. The process is slow breath work. Laying down you slowly breathe into your belly and yourself into the pain, working as long as you need to and giving voice to whatever comes up (even if it feels off course from what is hurting inside at first) Deep belly breathing and vocalizing to supporters who only listen and acknowledge that they hear your pain but don't try to stop you from going through and processing it.

Hi! Some methods to induce crying are: listening to sad music that hits home, pondering on what's making you sad, or making up hypothetical sad scenarios. If you usually cry when watching movies/TV series, you could turn on something that has made you emotional in the past. Even watching soldiers coming home to their families or something else emotionally charged may help initiate the tears. What's super important is that you try not to overthink these things or go down a rabbit hole -- these are only methods to induce crying, not make you sadder. I hope you're able to let it all out and best of luck

If you find it hard to cry despite needing to, consider engaging with deeply emotional movies or music that resonate with your feelings. These mediums can evoke strong emotions and provide a safe outlet for your pent-up feelings. Additionally, creating a quiet, comfortable space where you can be alone with your thoughts can help you reflect on what you're going through. Journaling about your emotions or even visualizing your feelings may also open the door to releasing those tears. Remember, it's okay to feel vulnerable, and allowing yourself to express those emotions is an important step toward healing. Don't rush the process; your feelings will surface in their own time.