The context of the following conversation is Jordan held back tears as best they could, but the funeral of their best friend was overwhelming.:
Jordan says I tried to not cry at the funeral..
The friend responds That must have been hard. I know you two were close..
Jordan responds He was my best friend. The sadness was overwhelming..
The friend responds You shouldn't prevent yourself from crying..
Jordan responds I had to at least try not to cry just so that my crying wouldn't create a scene..
The friend responds I hope you can heal from this..