Many times, I want to cry, feeling overwhelmed by fear and inferiority. Could it be depression?

I hope my answer helps.

I've been there. Those years were just like you described. I often felt like crying, and I was fear-and-inferiority-could-it-be-depression-12488.html" target="_blank">overwhelmed by fear and a sense of inferiority. I didn't know what I was living for. Those were the lowest points of my life, but I learned a lot and bounced back. I learned how to release emotions, love myself, and build inner confidence. Now, I rarely cry for no reason. I am internally peaceful and in a positive state. I have some experience to share with you.

If you want to cry, it means you have too many emotions inside. You need to let them out, not suppress them.

I used to hide my emotions. I thought that if I didn't show them, they would go away. But that's not true. When we hide our emotions, they build up until we can't take it anymore. Crying is our body's way of protecting itself. If we don't cry, we won't be able to hold on any longer.

Don't suppress your emotions. Express and release them in a timely manner using methods that are good for the body and mind. Your inner being will become more relaxed, and your emotions will flow. Here are some methods I often use to release emotions:

Socialize with supportive friends.

Go for a workout, play sports, and relax.

Write down your feelings and thoughts. Don't worry about how it looks or if it makes sense. Just write.

I hit pillows and sandbags to release my anger.

Use the empty chair technique to release emotions. Place an empty chair in a room and sit in it. You can express yourself to the chair (anger, abuse are fine).

Fear is the fear of not being able to cope with situations, circumstances, and relationships. We need to build inner security and strength.

I was afraid of going to parties, having friends over, and doing certain things. I didn't have the inner strength to cope with new situations. When we build up inner security and strength, we won't be afraid of the same things.

My method is self-care and facing my fears. The more I fear something, the more I do it. Before doing it, I encourage and believe in myself. After doing it, I accept and understand myself.

I was afraid of driving, so I got my license. I studied, practiced, and took the test with fear, and I passed. I realized that what I was afraid of wasn't as scary as I thought. I did the same with other things, like publishing articles, answering questions, taking the Heart Exploration coach assessment, hosting chat rooms, or hosting live broadcasts. I tried these with fear and anxiety, and when I could break through and face it, I realized that it really wasn't that scary.

There will be times when I feel like I've lost something, but I'll take care of myself and remind myself that I've done my best. I'll accept myself and not be afraid of the next challenge.

Each time I meet a new challenge, I become more confident and trusting. I feel more secure and empowered.

3. Build inner self-confidence in many ways. I went from low self-esteem to self-confidence, and you can too.

Low self-esteem doesn't last forever. As long as we're willing to grow, we can move from low self-esteem to self-confidence. I've gone through three stages: accepting myself, recognizing myself, and achieving in real life.

First, accept yourself, your current inferiority, your fears, and your emotions. Don't deny or resist them. See your vulnerability, admit your imperfections, and embrace your shortcomings. This process requires courage, but it will give you strength to change.

Then, learn to recognize your strengths, not your weaknesses.

Everyone has flaws. When you focus on your flaws, you'll dislike yourself. But when you focus on your strengths, you'll appreciate yourself. This is the foundation of self-confidence.

Finally, you need to get real-life experience. Set small goals and complete them one by one. Don't take it for granted.

As you keep achieving, you will become more confident.

For more, see my article "How to Become Confident."

Good luck!

Based on what you've told me, you might be experiencing some symptoms of depression. Depression is a serious mental health issue that affects how you feel, think, and act. Some common symptoms of depression include:

1. Feeling sad, depressed, or hopeless for a long time.

2. A lack of interest and joy in life.

3. Anxiety, stress, or fear.

4. Low self-esteem or a lack of self-worth.

5. Either insomnia or hypersomnia.

6. You might find it harder to think clearly and concentrate.

7. Physical pain or discomfort that doesn't seem to have a clear physical cause.

8. Thoughts of death or suicidal thoughts.

If you notice that you are experiencing these symptoms for a long period of time and they are seriously affecting your life and daily functioning, it is recommended that you seek help from a professional psychologist or mental health specialist as soon as possible. They can assess your situation, diagnose the problem, and develop a corresponding treatment plan, such as psychological counseling, medication, or other treatments.

In addition to professional treatment, you can also try some self-healing methods, such as regular exercise, maintaining a healthy diet and sleep habits, participating in support groups or activities, learning relaxation techniques (such as meditation, deep breathing, etc.), and sharing your feelings and concerns with family and friends.

Above all, don't suffer in silence. Seeking help is the first step towards overcoming depression. Remember, you are not alone, and there are many people and resources that are willing to provide support and assistance.