Crying is one of the most natural things humans do, yet it’s often treated like something to hide, manage, or apologize for. We call it “breaking down” or “being emotional,” as if tears signal ...

I have a confession to make. Those who know me would be surprised to discover that I shed tears more often than they would expect. A recent night provided a good example. On PBS Masterpiece, two ...

Steve Waters has received funding from the AHRC. “One must have a heart of stone not to read about the death of little Nell without laughing” was Oscar Wilde’s notorious response to the emotional ...