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489. Is “Toxic Positivity” a Thing?

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Navigating Toxic Positivity

In this chapter, the hosts examine toxic positivity and its effects on genuine human emotions, as they navigate a listener's insights on happiness. They discuss the need for balance between optimism and the acknowledgment of negative feelings, emphasizing that both can coexist. The conversation highlights the complexities of happiness and the importance of embracing a spectrum of emotions rather than adhering to relentless positivity.

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