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

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.

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 ...

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 ...

Being someone who says 'yes' and who has a sunny demeanour can only be a good thing. Or is it? Describing a positive person usually conjures up an image of someone who is buoyant, optimistic, and who ...

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 ...

Feeling pressure to plaster on a smile when you’re actually falling apart inside? You’re not alone. While we’re constantly bombarded with messages about positive thinking and good vibes only, there’s ...

"The world ain't all sunshine and rainbows. It's a very mean and nasty place, and I don't care how tough you are, it will beat you to your knees and keep you there permanently if you let it." Rocky ...