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When it comes to your emotions, most experts say expressing them is healthy and necessary.<ref name="rf1">https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/evolution-the-self/201109/why-we-hide-emotional-pain</ref> However, there are also times when keeping your feelings under wraps is best. It might be that you have romantic feelings for someone, but don't want to risk ruining your friendship. Or it could be that you have feelings for someone who is married or otherwise taken. Maybe your feelings don't involve romance at all, but jealousy, anger, or sadness and you feel it is wise to conceal these feelings for whatever reason. While it is not healthy as a long-term strategy or in situations with those you are closest to, there are several strategies that can help you hide your feelings in situations where that is best for you and for others. | When it comes to your emotions, most experts say expressing them is healthy and necessary.<ref name="rf1">https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/evolution-the-self/201109/why-we-hide-emotional-pain</ref> However, there are also times when keeping your feelings under wraps is best. It might be that you have romantic feelings for someone, but don't want to risk ruining your friendship. Or it could be that you have feelings for someone who is married or otherwise taken. Maybe your feelings don't involve romance at all, but jealousy, anger, or sadness and you feel it is wise to conceal these feelings for whatever reason. While it is not healthy as a long-term strategy or in situations with those you are closest to, there are several strategies that can help you hide your feelings in situations where that is best for you and for others. | ||
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