We all get upset from time to time—some of us more than others. Whether we’re sad about the loss of a loved one, angry at friends or family, or fearful about the state of the world, it often feels good to let it all out. That’s because sharing our emotions reduces our stress while making us feel closer to the people with which we share and providing a sense of belonging. When we open up our inner selves and people respond with sympathy, we feel seen, understood, and supported. But “sharing” covers a lot of different modes of communication. Are some modes healthier than others in the long run? Science suggests that it depends, in part, on how you share and how people respond to you. Expressing our emotions often to others may actually make us feel worse, especially if we don’t find a way to gain some perspective on …