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Overcoming toxic positivity with Susan David
Worklife with Adam Grant
The Problems with Forced Positivity and the Impact of Avoiding Difficult Emotions
Forced positivity creates pressure to always be in a good mood, leading to avoidance of difficult emotions. This can hinder genuine coping and resilience, as seen in the speaker's personal experience. The societal emphasis on toxic positivity can prevent people from acknowledging and addressing their real emotional struggles, leading to a lack of wisdom and learning. Encouraging only positive emotions can prioritize the comfort of others over facing the reality of challenging conversations and shared values.
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