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  • How to embrace every emotion in a happy-obsessed world
  • By: Whitney Goodman
  • Narrated by: Whitney Goodman
  • Length: 6 hrs and 8 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (18 ratings)

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Toxic Positivity

By: Whitney Goodman
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Publisher's Summary

Every day, we're bombarded with pressure to be positive. From 'good vibes only' and 'life is good' memes, to endless advice, to 'look on the bright side', we're constantly told that the key to happiness is silencing negativity wherever it crops up, in ourselves and in others. Even when faced with illness, loss, breakups and other challenges, there's little space for talking about our real feelings - and processing them so that we can feel better and move forward.

But if all this positivity is the answer, why are so many of us anxious, depressed and burned out?

In this refreshingly honest guide, sought-after therapist Whitney Goodman shares the latest research along with everyday examples and client stories that reveal how damaging toxic positivity is to ourselves and our relationships, and presents simple ways to experience and work through difficult emotions. The result is more authenticity, connection and growth - and ultimately, a path to showing up as you truly are.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2022 Whitney Goodman (P)2022 Orion Publishing Group Limited

Critic Reviews

"I really felt like I came away with a new perspective. This book will make you want to bin your gratitude journal in the best possible way." (Stylist)

"This trailblazing book will help you transform your perspective about positivity." (Nedra Glover Tawwab, best-selling author of Set Boundaries, Find Peace)

"Finally a book that explains exactly why 'positivity at all costs' backfires, and teaches us how to process our pain instead of pretending it doesn't exist." (Caroline Dooner, author of The F--k It Diet)

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Changed my way of thinking about positivity

I would highly recommend listening to this book if you’re interested in how too much positivity can actually have adverse effects on your mental health.
It helped me understand and acknowledge a lot about my personal development!
It definitely challenges your way of thinking 😊👌🏽

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Such a great audiobook, really helpful!

Really informative and educational. Easy to listen too and understand. Glad I listened to it.

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