Things I Want My Daughter To Know: Sadness

It’s part of you.

In human terms, I would define emotion thusly:

The ability to feel something that is intangible.

Perhaps too simple a definition, but I think it fits. Emotions are a gift, and should not be taken for granted. Sadness is an emotion, and therefore, is a gift.

What I want you to know is that it’s alright to be sad, but don’t stay sad because that is no fun.

I think the best way to get past sadness is to talk it out; even if it’s on paper. This will help you identify what is making you sad.

No matter how hard your Mom or me try to shield you from it, you will get sad. At times it will be silly. Other times it will be profound. Embrace it. Without sadness, we would never know joy.