I once asked my mother why she never bore her testimony. I knew she had one--a very strong one, which she lived. Her reply? "Because I know I'll cry, and I don't want anyone to see me cry." She also stoically endured life's inevitable pain because she didn't want to expose her emotions. What a shame! I admit I kind of shudder when speakers apologize for crying--or almost crying! It seems to be a deep imprint in our culture. Hurrah for this article! Thank you!
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Judy PetersonAugust 17, 2023
I once asked my mother why she never bore her testimony. I knew she had one--a very strong one, which she lived. Her reply? "Because I know I'll cry, and I don't want anyone to see me cry." She also stoically endured life's inevitable pain because she didn't want to expose her emotions. What a shame! I admit I kind of shudder when speakers apologize for crying--or almost crying! It seems to be a deep imprint in our culture. Hurrah for this article! Thank you!
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