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Is Toxic Positivity A Real Thing?
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Yes it is.
Toxic positivity hinges on the failure to acknowledge or accept someone’s negative emotions. A few examples:
• Statement: “I don’t know if I can have a relationship with my sister. She doesn’t treat me with decency and respect.” Toxic response: “She’s family. You should love her no matter what.”
• Statement: “Work has been really stressful lately.” Toxic response: “You’re lucky to even have a job.”
• Statement: “I’m having a hard day.” Toxic response: “But you have so much to be grateful for.”
In these examples, positivity is used to deny negativity. An alternative response might sound like, “I’m sorry—that sounds hard. Tell me about it.” This response accepts the person’s emotions and demonstrates compassion.
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