My emotion is not a weakness

Hello dear friends,
I hope this blog finds you in a cheerful mood.

Today, I must confess—I am not at my best. A cloud of sadness hovers around me due to an unwanted happening.

It arrived uninvited, as such things often do, catching me off guard and pulling me into a whirlpool of emotions. For a while, I felt powerless, even a little broken.

But then, something stirred within me. A realization, subtle yet powerful: my emotions, no matter how dark, are not my weakness. They are my strength. Yes, my emotion is my superpower.

Let me take you on this journey of understanding.

The Double-Edged Sword of Emotion

We live in a world where emotional expression is often mistaken for fragility. We’re told to “stay strong,” “hold it in,” or “move on.” But what if true strength lies in allowing ourselves to feel, deeply and unapologetically?

Emotions are the raw, unfiltered language of the soul. Whether it’s joy, sorrow, anger, fear, or love—they all serve a purpose. Today, as I walked through the fog of my sadness, I realized that this emotion was guiding me—not destroying me.

It reminded me of what matters. It whispered that I still care, and that in itself is a beautiful thing.

Emotions Make Us Human—and Powerful

When we experience a strong emotion, it’s a signal. Anger may point to injustice. Sadness reflects our empathy. Fear shows us our vulnerabilities. And love? Love reminds us we’re alive.

If you think about it, every great piece of art, music, literature—even revolutions—has been born from a deep emotional current. Vincent Van Gogh’s brush danced in anguish. Rumi’s words were dipped in divine longing. My own poems, I realize, often emerge from a heart bursting with untamed emotions.

Had I not felt pain, would I ever have picked up the pen? Would I be sharing my thoughts with you right now?

Emotion as Fuel for Creativity and Growth

When I channel my emotion into writing, painting, or even dancing with my granddaughter, it transforms. What once felt like a burden turns into beauty, something to be shared, understood, and even celebrated.

The power lies not in having emotion, but in how we use it.

Take sadness. Instead of burying it, I write about it. I paint it in blue and grey strokes on my canvas. And suddenly, it becomes a message, a story, a source of connection.

Others read my words or see my art and say, “I felt this too.” In that moment, my pain became someone else’s comfort. Isn’t that magical?

Empathy: The Real Superpower

One of the most underrated gifts of emotional depth is empathy—the ability to truly understand and feel what another person is going through.

In a world rushing toward success and productivity, empathy is the glue that holds humanity together.

When I listen to a friend, I don’t just hear their words—I feel their silence. I recognize the tremor in their voice, the hesitation in their eyes. Why? Because I, too, have been there. That’s not weakness. That’s wisdom.

Transforming Pain into Purpose

Many of us have been taught to avoid pain. But I say—embrace it. Sit with it. Let it teach you. Pain has been my best mentor. It has humbled me, shaped my values, and made me more grateful for the small joys.

And when I reflect on my journey, I see how every emotional storm has gifted me something—strength, clarity, resilience, and often, a new chapter in my creative work.

Today’s sadness will perhaps lead to a new poem, or a story, or a conversation that touches someone else’s heart.

Be Proud of Your Sensitivity

To feel deeply in a world that often numbs emotion is not a curse—it’s a blessing. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. If your heart breaks easily, it means it opens easily too—for joy, for love, for laughter.

So, today, I wear my heart on my sleeve. I let my tears fall. I write these words with trembling fingers and a hopeful soul.

Because I know now — my emotion is not a weakness. It is my superpower.

Thank you for being here with me. If you’re feeling low today, know that your emotions are trying to tell you something. Listen to them, honor them, and let them lead you to your next masterpiece.

Until next time,
With love and warmth,
Vijay Verma
retiredkalam.com

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