022 - The Coach Up: Instead of Toxic Positivity, Try Tragic Optimism
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The Concept of Tragic Optimism
Tragic optimism, coined by Holocaust survivor Victor Frankel, emphasizes that human existence inevitably entails tragedy, pain, failed plans, and impermanence. Despite these harsh realities, Frankel promotes a mature attitude of maintaining hope and optimism. He rejects toxic positivity and pure pessimism, advocating for the idea of being a 'tragic optimist'. This mindset allows individuals to acknowledge the tragedies of life while still holding onto hope and optimism. It is crucial in a world polarized between toxic positivity and nihilism, as both extremes hinder true progress by avoiding action. Tragic optimism enables individuals to confront the complexities of life without being overwhelmed, encouraging active engagement with the world and the self.
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