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Brené with Dr. Susan David on the Dangers of Toxic Positivity, Part 1 of 2

Dare to Lead with Brené Brown

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Confronting Toxic Positivity and Its Real Effects

This chapter explores the impact of toxic positivity on emotional health, stressing the importance of acknowledging genuine feelings rather than enforcing unrealistic optimism. It argues that such a mindset can lead to gaslighting, invalidating personal struggles and complicating effective problem-solving.

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