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Do others with Cfs/m.e.-fibromyalgia pots and related syndromes break down and cry like i do

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Cortland, NY
June 6
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A MyFibroTeam Member

Ah Trevor I can so relate. Just this morning I had a terrible flare from being too overactive and it hit me. Because I am an emotional person and don't tend to hide my emotions. I sobbed. The good thing about it and I always have to remind myself, I can now easily express and feel those emotions again. Fibromyalgia previously made me go into a defensive survival mode where I was unable to process or express emotions as I was always in fog. I have to be grateful that things have improved. Here's my social worker side coming out... Crying is healing because you are releasing that emotion. It's not weak, its balancing the equilibrium in your body. It is necessary. I wish the best for you. ❤️💖

August 1
A MyFibroTeam Member

I cry hun I just start crying and don't stop until the tank is empty. I can't explain it sometimes. You are definitely not on your own in this xxx

June 7
A MyFibroTeam Member

I hate crying! I find it makes me feel worse if I let myself get too upset😢 release! then do what ever makes you feel happier in the moment ❤️ @A MyFibroTeam Member sending big hugs 🤗

June 6
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member

You are not alone. You have this entire community to support you.

Your question was so important as everyone feels this.

June 6
MyFibroTeam

Absolutely, and you are far from alone in this. Breaking down and crying is a very real and valid response to living with fibromyalgia. The emotional weight of chronic pain, fatigue, and everything that comes with it is enormous.

Many MyFibroTeam members describe feeling overwhelmed, isolated, and emotionally exhausted Show Full Answer

Absolutely, and you are far from alone in this. Breaking down and crying is a very real and valid response to living with fibromyalgia. The emotional weight of chronic pain, fatigue, and everything that comes with it is enormous.

Many MyFibroTeam members describe feeling overwhelmed, isolated, and emotionally exhausted. The grief of losing your "old self" — missing plans, losing friendships, and facing daily pain — can bring on waves of emotion that are hard to hold back. Some emotions that members commonly experience include:

- Isolation from having to cancel plans during flares
- Grief over things they can no longer do
- Frustration at not being believed or understood
- Sadness that can feel overwhelming, especially during flares

It's worth knowing that depression and anxiety are recognized comorbidities of fibromyalgia, so the emotional struggles are not "just in your head" — they are a real part of the condition.

Being kind to yourself on the hard days matters. Crying can actually be a healthy emotional release, and reaching out — like you're doing right now — is a brave and important step. 💙

June 6

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