Whether you write in a journal, for a blog, for poetry readings, creative gatherings, for your own pleasure, or for the masses, there may be times when bringing your deepest emotions to light becomes painful. Write it anyway, the painful stuff is some of the best work, not just because dumping it on the page can help keep you sane, but because it may do the same for someone else. Don’t let painful memories or lack of understanding from others who fear exposure stop you. Ultimately, it’s your story, and there’s a way to tell it tactfully.