Toxic positivity involves dismissing negative emotions and responding to distress with false reassurances rather than empathy. Sandy and Amy discuss how positivity is often well-intentioned but can cause alienation and a feeling of disconnection. We share what toxic positivity looks like, why it is harmful and how we can avoid being toxic with our positivity.

https://rightasrain.uwmedicine.org/mind/well-being/toxic-positivity#:~:text=Toxic%20positivity%20involves%20dismissing%20negative,and%20a%20feeling%20of%20disconnection.

https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/toxic-positivity/

https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-toxic-positivity-5093958

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