Paladin D Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 I don't cry in the Confessional, am I broken? I'm just asking because from what I read, it seems almost everyone cries but me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rachael Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 I don't cry either. And even afterwards, I don't cry. I am just relieved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carnanc Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 I have never cried in the confessional... sometimes instead i've been nervous and felt something more similar to a panic attack. though I haven't, I feel I am much more likely to cry when I get out of confession when I am not longer nervous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForHimAlone Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 (edited) Before I go to Confession, I really look at my sins. I hold a crucifix in my hands and just cry for a long time. I've gotten teary-eyed during Confession, but I've never cried during it. The tears afterward are of joy. It's a very emotional thing for me, I suppose. I tend to be pretty emotional about everything, though. Edited February 3, 2005 by ForHimAlone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StColette Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 Not everyone cries during Confession, so no you're not broken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs. Bro. Adam Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 I don't cry. Period. Even during my wedding I didn't cry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thy Geekdom Come Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 God will give you what reactions Christ will give you. I don't cry...well, usually I don't...but I know people who have to hold back from vomiting. Don't stress it. However, you are broken...a broken, empty shell of a man. jk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fides_et_Ratio Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 I only have cried a few times in the confessional.. the first was when I reconciled.. I was 17, in the midst of the priest scandals with a priest who was VERY intimidated by the fact that a 17 year old was suddenly sitting in his office-- when I said I needed to reconcile, etc. he somehow got the impression that I was older ( I can't imagine where he got that idea.. I'm so immature! ) but anyhow, he was rather stern and forthright and I was freaked out enough beforehand, so it just wasn't a good combo. But it all turned out okay. The second time was the next time I went to Confession after that-- it was our other parish priest, and I was soooo embarassed, and soooo scared, and he kept talking and talking (he's a BIG talker)-- and so I was in the confessional for just over an hour (seriously... it was the running joke of youth group for the rest of my time there!). So I guess my tears were mostly nervous/embarassed tears. But I've come close a few other times--whenever I get really, really frustrated .. but usually I am pretty stolid during Confession-- I don't think I've ever seen anyone cry before/after Confession... (other than me those two times.. lol). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benedict Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 I have cried while performing my penance, and every time I have gone to adoration, but never in the confessional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XIX Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 I don't cry in confession. So maybe you are weird after all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 I haven't cried in confession yet either, and I've been Catholic for almost 11 years! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crusader1234 Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 I get teary at adoration, I get teary when I pray, but I've never really cried I don't think. As for confession, I have an anxiety attack, and once I'm inside I get embarassed, and after I feel like I could fly around the sanctuary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RemnantRules Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 This is saying "I didn't cry at the movie The Passion." It's ok! Don't worry. I haven't cried, yet I feel inspired...feel confident and ready to tackle sin and kick satan's booty next time around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StColette Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 (edited) I cry during Confession and during penance. My faith is quite connected with my emotions, meaning I'm more likely to wear my heart on my sleeve and bear it all instead of keeping everything locked away. Not everyone is as emotional triggered by some things as others are. lol I'm just extra emotional Edited February 3, 2005 by StColette Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crusader1234 Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 I think you're extra lucky to be that ... into it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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