⋒ 02: WHAT IS TOXIC POSITIVITY? how have i contributed to it, bought into it + how i'm breaking up with it. ⋒

in this episode, I give a quick life update and talk all things toxic positivity. we will cover what toxic positivity is, how we might be contributing to it, how we might be buying into it and how to break up with it. I reflect on how I've engaged in toxic positivity toward myself and participated in the narrative of toxic positivity. articles i have found helpful to learn more about toxic positivity: ⋒ https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-toxic-positivity-5093958 ⋒ https://leaf-caroline.medium.com/the-dangers-of-toxic-positivity-signs-of-gaslighting-tips-on-what-not-to-say-to-someone-who-is-1d9c9b30010b ⋒ https://mentalhealthweek.ca/when-positivity-turns-toxic-and-4-ways-to-combat-it/ ⋒ join the conversation and community over on instagram at @breakupwithbetter ⋒ follow me on instagram @erynranney