 Tears flow from our eyes when we cry because they
contain chemicals and hormones produced by our bodies.
When we become upset, our brains and bodies overreact and
work overtime by producing chemicals and hormones.
Crying helps eliminate these extra chemicals that we don't
need.
The chemicals and hormones disappear from our body through
the form of tears. As our tears flow, they sooth our sadness
or distress by withdrawing these chemical agents.
 That is why many people feel calmer or more
refreshed after crying--because the tears get rid of these
hormones that are produced when we are sad, happy, or
distressed.
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