What is toxic positivity vs optimism! Why being positive ALL the time isn’t realistic or healthy (and what to do about it) / Ep 4

Have you ever tried replacing negative thoughts with positive ones?   Did it work?   There’s an endless supply of posts on social media that would have you believe that the reason why negative thoughts come to mind is your fault and something to “fix”. Or, that your thoughts aren’t valid, and need to be sugar-coated.    Although well-intentioned, (and aesthetically pleasing) these types of posts are prime examples of toxic positivity.   Welcome to episode 4 of the Wellness: Rebranded podcast! In this episode, we’re delving into how culture often categorizes negative thoughts or emotions as problematic and something to be fought off- resulting in toxic positivity.   Also, we discuss what this does to your mental health, and what you can do to work through these emotions in a healthy way.   Remember, you are not your thoughts.    Drop the struggle with trying to change your thoughts, and instead, change the way you relate to your experiences.    Let’s rebrand wellness together! Elizabeth, Maura, & Tara Let’s connect and keep the conversation going! Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer   Email: [email protected] Instagram: @tara_de_leon_fitness Maura Tunney, LCSW-C   https://mauratunney.com Elizabeth Harris, , MS, RDN, LDN   www.elizabethharrisnutrition.com   FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community (Link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nutritioncoachingwithRDNElizabeth)   Instagram: Elizabeth Harris @elizabeth_harris_rd   Instagram: Elizabeth Harris @elizabeth_harris_rd   Freebie: 5-day mini course, How to Break Up With Dieting For Good: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/how-to-break-up-with-dieting-for-good                   This episode was produced by Juliana Barbati