The whole breadth of human emotions is ignored in favour of “positivity”. The need to show off only positive emotions and the portrayal of a state of optimism across all situations, irrespective of the honest experience of the person, can be termed “toxic positivity”. So how can we remain accepting and validate the full spectrum of the human experience? Answering these questions will shed light on what it is you’re truly trying to mask with positivity. Be mindful of your dialogue with friends or familyToxic positivity can infiltrate our relationships with others and cause serious damage.

Source: The Nation March 07, 2021 06:56 UTC