Well, to start with, I have had trouble showing “close” emotions all my life. It was hard for me to even tell family members that I loved them. Lately though, I have found it easier for me to open up about that, I have been more honest about my feelings with the people I care about. The phrase “I love you” is no longer hard for me to say anymore. Also, I have started to embrace tears when they come, instead of fighting them.