91. What is Toxic Positivity and how can you stop doing it?

Today you and I are tackling a topic that's super trendy on Beyonce's Internet and often flies under the emotional radars. Toxic Positivity. I know. And I can almost hear you from here, saying, "Hold up, positivity is toxic? Sometimes, yes. Stick with me, because this is a game-changer in how we support ourselves and our tribe! RESOURCES: Make It Happen journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal All the ways you can support someone without giving suggestions - https://tyalexander.co/podcast/all-the-ways-you-can-support-someone-without-giving-suggestions 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My debut book, Things I Wish I Knew Before My Mom Died, is available in bookstores everywhere - https://amzn.to/3M7BZ8h CONNECT WITH US: Join in on my intimate writings on Substack - https://tyalexander.substack.com/ Also. Consider subscribing on Apple Podcasts to unlock our besties subscriber only audio experience. You'll get exclusive audio, interviews, ad free episodes, and monthly guided meditations. FOLLOW US: Self Care IRL on IG: https://tyalx.com/selfcareirl-ig Ty Alexander on IG: https://tyalx.com/instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices