Why is toxic positivity so, er, toxic?

Whitney Goodman is a “radically honest psychotherapist” behind the popular account @sitwithwit. The author joins host Felicity Harley from Florida via Zoom to discuss toxic positivity, dealing with saccharine quotes on social media, and how to fully embrace negativity in life.

 

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To hear today's full interview, where Whitney talks more about her book, Toxic Positivity...search for Extra Healthy-ish wherever you get your pods.

Find out more about Toxic Positivity: Keeping It Real in a World Obsessed with Being Happy (Hachette, $32.99), here. Or, follow her on Instagram @sitwithwit.

 

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