We're urged to stay positive and keep up a cheerful disposition ... but sometimes things are just awful, aren’t they?
On All in the Mind this week we look at why we engage in toxic positivity, why it's so damaging when we do and whether something called 'tragic optimism' could be the antidote.
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Jul 2022
Taking back control of your time
Our brains are easily distracted or overwhelmed. And that can make getting stuff done harder than it needs to be.
This week, we look at methods and strategies for avoiding unnecessary stress by managing your priorities, your focus, and your energy with organisational psychologist ... Show More
29m 30s
Jul 2022
Not broken, just wired differently: ADHD in adulthood
Imagine getting a diagnosis in adulthood that suddenly made so much of your life make sense.
It explains why you’ve always had trouble being on time, starting things you don’t finish, avoiding difficult projects.
Producer Jennifer Leake explores the impact of an ADHD diagnosis in ... Show More
29m 5s
Sep 2025
Toxic Positivity: Smiling Through the Pain Isn’t the Answer
Have you ever had someone tell you to just be positive when you’re having a hard day? It might sound kind, but sometimes that kind of forced optimism can make us shut down instead of feel better.In this episode, we’ll talk about why real connection begins with honesty, not just s ... Show More
11m 6s
Sep 2024
What is toxic positivity, and how can you avoid it?
Being a positive person can be good for your health and social relationships. But can you take it too far? In this episode, we talk to psychologist Dr Linda Blair about what ‘toxic positivity’ is and why it’s bad, how to spot it, and how to stop.
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30m 42s
<p>Is it possible to be TOO positive? In this episode, we talk about a concept called "toxic positivity" where looking at the bright side can not always be the most helpful.</p>
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