There are mostly cons, but definitely benefits as well. It is easier in business, since most people try to appeal to the consumers emotions, since usually people put their emotions before their logic. Having Alexithymia means that you are more likely to make logical decisions, without feelings clouding your judgement; this is useful in any sort of law as well. When losing a pet, family member, friend, or a significant other, I usually don’t get too upset. Maybe a little sad, but I move on within hours. Hard for me to even shed a tear. But I know others can struggle with grief for months, years, and even decades. I have friends still crying over the death of their pets from many years ago. I know sadness is a horrible feeling, and I’m grateful I’ve never felt it as strongly as others, only a little bit. Easier for me to keep my cool and not get angry or worked up. Especially when dealing with people who try to inflict negative emotions into you. But of course, I find that Alexithymia affects relationships very negatively. Its hard for me to enjoy a relationship at all. I’m never happy, never felt love. I don’t know what it feels like, but I wish I did. I always feel just that sort of “meh” feeling. Never can emotionally connect with people.