Have you been there? Something happens, leaving you feeling discouraged, hopeless and sad. Then someone comes along and says something like: "Happiness is a choice!", "Look on the bright side!", "There's always a reason to smile!" or my absolute favorite… "You know, there's always someone worse off than yourself!".
Healthy optimism vs. toxic positivity
Healthy optimism vs. toxic positivity
Healthy optimism vs. toxic positivity
Have you been there? Something happens, leaving you feeling discouraged, hopeless and sad. Then someone comes along and says something like: "Happiness is a choice!", "Look on the bright side!", "There's always a reason to smile!" or my absolute favorite… "You know, there's always someone worse off than yourself!".