text: how do i make myself cry? i have felt on many occasions, that i should be crying, because people i know who are in the same situation as me are crying. i feel the same way they do, and i hurt inside, but sometimes the tears just won't come out. i think i would feel better if i could just cry. but how? don't worry about how you're suppose to express your pain or even joy for that fact. just react as you normally would. some people are less over-the-top with the way they express thier emotions. those who really know and accept you for the way you are will know how to read your emotional state. don't force yourself to put on big dramatic displays of emotional expression. it's not natural.accept how you are. you seem to be strong. not everyone must cry when they feel pain. sometimes it is necessary but only if it comes naturally. your innability to cry right now might be one of your strengths.   perhaps right now you are going to be strong one who helps your friends through what ever is going on. in other ways you might need thier support. accept who you are and how you deal with pain and the rest will work itself out.