Generally, there is nothing wrong with having a sunny disposition towards life. It's admirable to look at the bright side of things. However, positivity must be genuine. Not a forced outlook. Toxic positivity can disguise itself as well-meaning comments or suggestions like “You’ll get over it!” or “Just be positive!”. The cult of positivity makes you feel like your opinions and feeling are unacknowledged. It typically results in denial, minimalization, or invalidation of authentic human experiences and emotions. Want to learn how to spot the signs of toxic positivity? Watch along!
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Script Writer: Sara Del Villar
Script Editor: Isadora Ho
Script Manager: Kelly Soong
VO: Amanda Silvera
Animator: Marissa Rose (https://youtube.com/channel/UCd6izK93Y7rBC60IJL9Hdeg)
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References:
Cherry, K., & Goldman, R. (2021, February 1). Why Toxic Positivity Can Be So Harmful. Verywell Mind. www.verywellmind.com/what-is-toxic-positivity-5093958
Quintero, S., & Long, J. (2021, March 12). Toxic Positivity: The Dark Side of Positive Vibes. The Psychology Group Fort Lauderdale. thepsychologygroup.com/toxic-positivity/.
Raypole, C., & Litner, J. (2020, July 30). It’s Tempting to Mask Your Emotions, but It Won’t Do You (or Anyone Else) Any Favors. healthline. www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/hiding-feelings.
Scully , S. M. (2020, July 22). ‘Toxic Positivity’ Is Real — and It’s a Big Problem During the Pandemic. healthline. www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/toxic-positivity-during-the-pandemic.
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