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Chapter Overview
Chapter 1: AudiobookHub Recommendation
Chapter 2: Even with the best intentions, positivity can turn toxic.
Chapter 3: When someone is hurting, pressure to “stay positive” is the last thing they need.
Chapter 4: Toxic positivity is woven into the fabric of US culture.
Chapter 5: Forcing people into positivity only leaves them more unhappy.
Chapter 6: Allow your emotions, embrace radical acceptance, and stop pursuing happiness.
Chapter 7: To break oppressive systems, we must confront our culture of toxic positivity.
Description
Toxic Positivity (2022) is an eye-opening appraisal of positivity culture in Western society. It outlines the many ways toxic positivity harms individuals and communities, and offers practical suggestions for helping ourselves and others.
Who Should Listen
Happiness-seekers
People who want to support their loved ones in difficult times
Anyone who cringes at expressions like “good vibes” and “just think positive”
About the Authors
Whitney Goodman is a licensed psychotherapist who runs a private therapy practice in Miami. Her popular Instagram account @sitwithwhit has nearly half a million followers. Toxic Positivity is her first book