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 surface smiles. And we’ll explore how making space for hard emotions can actually ... Show More
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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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31. "It's Okay Not to be Okay"- Why Healing is Similar to Grieving
<p>In this episode we get real & raw about how learning to love yourself and healing from past emotional abuse and trauma can be filled with highs and lows, depression, anxiety, and all sorts of emotions. We talk about how healing & self-love isn't a cut and dry process that's as ... Show More
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