Studies confirm what you probably already know: feeling emotionally invalidated leaves people feeling dismissed and unheard.

Sometimes, in our quest to stay upbeat, we forget that life is a mix of highs and lows. We might unintentionally drown out genuine emotions with an unyielding stream of cheer. Here are 15 signs that ...

When we hear the term tragic optimism, it sounds oxymoronic, but it may be the best way to approach our complex lives in a world that seems to present itself in an as contradictory and confusing way ...

Despite what you've seen and read on the 'Gram, not all vibes are good vibes. But that kind of statement is an easy example of toxic positivity phrases. "Toxic positivity is the belief that thinking, ...

I was recently texting with a friend when he paused for a moment before writing back: Him: “Full disclosure here. I’m having a biopsy next week for a growth on my bladder.” Me: “Thanks for telling me.

Steven D’Souza, educator, executive coach and author of Shadows at Work, examines how enforced positivity has become a hidden ...

Positive thinking is a great goal, but toxic positivity goes beyond having an optimistic outlook. As you may already know, it refers to believing that no matter what challenges and losses life throws ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Providing provocative views on racism, pop culture, and mental health. Unlike a genuinely positive outlook, toxic positivity makes ...

Sure, we know that feelings are highly contagious, and being positive can help others around us to feel the same, but let’s be honest for a moment: sometimes life isn’t all rainbows. Some days aren’t ...

Sometimes it seems like we are a culture addicted to happiness. Social media news feeds are filled with #GoodVibesOnly tweets, self-help books brainwash us to the power of limitless optimism, and good ...