Toxic Positivity
Keeping It Real in a World Obsessed with Being Happy
By Whitney Goodman | Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
About the book
A powerful guide to owning our emotions—even the difficult ones—in order to show up authentically in the world, from the popular therapist behind the Instagram account @sitwithwhit.
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.
Editions of Toxic Positivity
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780593418277
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780593542750
- EBook
- ISBN 9780593418284
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9780593508176
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9780593508183
Read an Excerpt
A powerful guide to owning our emotions—even the difficult ones—in order to show up authentically in the world, from the popular therapist behind the Instagram account @sitwithwhit.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toxic Positivity about?
A powerful guide to owning our emotions—even the difficult ones—in order to show up authentically in the world, from the popular therapist behind the Instagram account @sitwithwhit.
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.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Toxic Positivity?
Health, Relationships and Personal development > Self-help, personal development and practical advice > Popular psychology > Emotions and emotional intelligence
Where can I read a sample of Toxic Positivity?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780593418277
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Toxic Positivity?
Whitney Goodman
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Toxic Positivity is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780593418277) and paperback(ISBN 9780593542750) and ebook(ISBN 9780593418284) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780593508176) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780593508183)
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