"La gente puede llorar mucho más fácilmente que cambiar."

Change is hard, really hard. Let's face it. When you hear someone say that people find it easier to cry than to change, it doesn't sound so surprising, does it? That’s the core idea. Tears come naturally when emotions overwhelm us, but changing our ways, habits, or mindset? That’s a whole different beast.

Think about the many moments in history or even your own life when this rings true. When Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his "I Have a Dream" speech, it moved countless people to tears. They felt the pain of inequality and the hope for a better future. But how many of those individuals actually took steps to change their actions or work towards that dream? A lot fewer, I’d bet. Crying is an immediate release, but change requires sustained effort.

Here’s a real-life example that might help illustrate this better: Imagine a friend, let’s call her Sarah. Sarah’s been in a dead-end job for years, and she’s miserable. She often breaks down, venting her frustrations about her boss, her workload, and the sheer monotony of it all. She cries, and you’re there to comfort her. But when you suggest she start looking for a new job, maybe even change careers or go back to school, she’s hesitant. She’ll come up with reasons—some valid, some not—about why she can’t do it. The tears are a way to cope with her feelings in the moment, but the idea of making a significant life change? That’s daunting.

So, what do you do with this wisdom? How can you apply it in your own life? Well, start by acknowledging that change is tough. Don’t beat yourself up for feeling resistance. It’s normal. But also, don’t let the ease of emotional release trick you into thinking it’s enough. Recognize when you’re falling into the trap of crying it out without taking action. Set small, achievable goals. Maybe you’re unhappy with your fitness level. Instead of being paralyzed by the idea of overhauling your entire lifestyle, start by taking a daily walk. Small steps can lead to big changes over time.

Now, let me tell you a story. Imagine this guy—let’s call him Mike. Mike was, by all accounts, a fairly average guy. He had things he wanted to change about his life. He wanted to be healthier, have better relationships, and be more productive. But every time he tried to make a change, the enormity of it all overwhelmed him, and he’d end up feeling defeated and, yeah, crying. But then, something clicked. Instead of trying to change everything at once, he started small. He swapped his daily soda for water. He dedicated just 15 minutes a day to exercise. These were tiny, almost laughable changes, but they were doable. And guess what? Over time, those small changes added up. Mike felt better, stronger, more in control. He wasn’t just crying anymore; he was changing.

In the end, it’s about recognizing that while tears are a part of our emotional landscape, real change comes from consistent, determined effort. So, next time you find yourself overwhelmed, have your moment—cry if you need to—but then take a small step towards the change you want to see. It won’t be easy, but it’ll be worth it.