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180. Beyond the Smiles: Exploring the Dangers of Toxic Positivity

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In our episode 177 we covered the book, Worthy by Jamie Kern Lima. I’d mentioned my interest in a distinction she covered: Toxic Positivity. When I saw that part in her book I had visions of the Disney Pixar film Inside Out (2015) which did a fantastic job

illustrating the dangers of being so over-positive that it can be damaging. I could totally relate to the character! Can you?


Topics Covered:

  • Defining “toxic positivity”
  • Signs and problems with “toxic positivity”
  • Melody Wilding’s Sensitive Strivers and
    • positivity
  • Gabby Bernsten’s view on “manic manifesting”
  • Research findings

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    Here are 3 takeaways:

     

    1.   “Toxic Positivity” is common and often a response to some underlying beliefs.

    2.    Thinking positive 24/7 can be stressful and deny our humanity.

    3.    Accepting our full range of emotions benefits us and some ways to do this include practices like mindful

    meditation and learning to take other perspectives.


    Mentioned in the Episode:

     

    Ep. 177, Worthy: Self-Confidence, Self-Worth, and Insights from Jamie Kern Lima’s Book

    https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/GZYYyKutwLb

     

    Ep. 179, Trauma, Control, and the

    Journey to Vulnerability, Trust – Insights from Gabor Maté, Daniel Goleman, Brené Brown.

    https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/HZPBY7uQELb

     

    https://melodywilding.com/positive-thinking-doesnt-work/

    Ep. 82, Book discussion: Trust Yourself, Stop Overthinking and channel Your Emotions for Success at Work

    by Melody Wilding

    https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/02oDM21lyLb

    https://content.mycareersfuture.gov.sg/toxic-positivity-being-too-positive-causes-more-harm/

     

    Ep. 80, Book discussion: Emotional Agility by Susan David PhD with Help From the Velveteen Rabbit

    https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/uHvgcP8lyLb

     

    Ep. 41, A Discussion about Mindfulness with Cynde Denson and the book, Ditching Imposter Syndrome by

    Clare Josa

    https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/kaIC5JamyLb

     

    Byron Katie The Work

    https://thework.com/

     

    Ep. 38, Ugh…Let’s take on the Emotion

    of Envy with Byron Katie’s Help – Brené Brown would be proud!

    https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/QTiCFEiQELb

     


    Meditation Resources

     

    Cynde Denson

    https://cyndedenson.com/


    Whitney Baker

    FREE 5-Min Guided Meditation

    https://icy-queen-56311.myflodesk.com

     

    Mesha McKittrick

    https://myfriendmesha.com

      

    Melissa Brunetti

    SMGI

    https://www.somatichealingjourneys.com/

     

     

    Next Episode Topic

    Ep. 181 Embracing Vulnerability and Courage: Crafting New Identities with Creativity and Care – Let’s Toot Our Own Horn!

     

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