Is it normal to not cry when someone else is crying?

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If my wife or my children cry over something sad or something that’s upsetting them, I have a slow reaction to it. I do hug and try to console the best way I can, but I can’t feel their pain or sadness. I’m very blank - faced and dry. I just hold them until they stop. I’m also a woman. Is this normal?

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  • Tommythecaty
    1 year ago

    It’s not normal to cry.

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  • ospry
    1 year ago

    Just because you express sadness or upset feelings in a different way doesn't mean you're not empathizing with them when you try to comfort them. There's no rule that you need to mirror someone's emotions when consoling them

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  • xcontra57
    1 year ago

    Everyone grieves in a unique way. I never get angry but when something sad happens in my life I get angry.

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  • RoseIsabella
    1 year ago

    Maybe you feel pressured to be strong for your loved ones?

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