Q and A: Why, Toxic Positivity, WHY?
It’s time to answer the questions!
Toxicity
Toxic Positivity and What Do You Mean “Talk about It”?!
What are some things that you might say to someone who is using toxic positivity? What are some things you could say to avoid toxic positivity?
Toxic Positivity and Let’s Be Honest
Direct honesty can seem impossible in the moment because moments go by fast. Before you end up in that moment, get to know and practice this three-step process to prepare: Recognize, Contextualize, and Respond.
Toxic Positivity v. Healthy Dose of Reality
Support doesn’t have to be someone who directly addresses your pain. It can be whatever doesn’t feel toxic just to have a haven away from numbed-out denial smiles
Toxic Positivity or America’s Favorite Pastime
Certainly, there is power in positivity, but it’s OK to say, “Well, this fucking sucks.”
