456. Why does feeling sad sometimes feel so good?

Podcast: The Psychology of your 20s · iHeartPodcasts

Opublikowano: 2026-09-10

Why does feeling sad sometimes feel... so good? Whether it’s putting on the saddest song you know, rewatching a movie that always makes you cry, indulging in a little self-pity or finally letting yourself have a good sob, there is something strangely satisfying about sadness. And psychology may be able to explain why. In this episode, we explore the surprising psychological value of sadness, including: Why sadness can sometimes feel pleasurable The psychology of sad songs and sad movies The tragedy paradox Why a good cry can feel so cathartic Emotional suppression and why it exh...