

Toxic positivity — when happiness becomes harmful
Jul 22, 2023
Exploring toxic positivity and its harmful effects on mental health. Sharing personal experiences of living with toxic positivity and navigating insensitive comments. Discussing the pitfalls of pursuing constant happiness and the value of negative emotions. Advocating for the importance of allowing oneself to experience negative emotions during times of suffering and grief.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Living with Toxic Positivity
01:58 • 5min
The Pitfalls of Making Happiness a Goal
07:22 • 4min
Toxic Positivity and Its Impact on Grieving
11:17 • 4min
Navigating Insensitive Comments and the Complexity of Emotions
14:53 • 2min
The Value of Negative Emotions
16:31 • 15min