when I was 8, a good headbump or playground injury would make me cry in pain. Now, in my 30s, I’ve had some of the worst injuries of my life with no crying response.
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Crying is more about emotional than physical pain. As a kid you’re scared and helpless when injured, and even a minor bump or scrape may be the worst you’ve ever experienced. As you learn to take care of yourself, and that others will help you when you need it, injuries are less distressing even though they’re still painful.
Some people may also block out feelings of weakness and helplessness due to not having their emotional needs met as kids, and stop crying altogether, even when in emotional pain. If it goes too far they can even become cruel to those who do show signs of weakness, perpetuating the abuse.
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