What Is Toxic Positivity? Why It’s Harmful and How to Deal With It
174. Have you ever masked painful emotions by trying to just "get over it?” Ever feel guilty about feeling sad, angry, or frustrated? Do you tend to give “positive-only” perspectives, such as “Think of all you have to be thankful for!” instead of validating the person’s emotional experience? We understand the benefits of having a positive attitude, but what happens when that positivity turns toxic? Tune in this week as I define toxic positivity and what it means to experience it. I’ll examine its causes, signs, and expressions and why it is harmful to our health. I’ll discuss what to do about toxic positivity and provide non-toxic alternatives.
Autumn Equinox: A Seasonal Ritual & Reset
Sun, 9/22 at 11am EST welcome in the energy of a new season! Our practice will include
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YOU'RE INVITED! Autumn Equinox: A Seasonal Ritual and Reset
Join me on the first day of Autumn, Sunday, September 22 at 11am EST for a virtual workshop as we welcome in the energy of a new season!
The Autumn Equinox is a perfect opportunity to reflect, realign, and refocus our energy and to set intentions for what we’d like to cultivate and accomplish in the remaining three months of the year.
*Participants receive an “Autumn Equinox Anti-Inflammatory Recipe and Ritual Guide.”
Please bring a candle you like, a fragrant flower you love (or a bouquet), something to journal in, and a warm non-caffeinated beverage to drink such as herbal tea, warm lemon water, or bone broth.
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See you there!
Love,
Alyssa
*** Ready for personalized guidance and healing support with an anti-inflammatory diet and lifestyle? I can help you. Please visit, www.thewellnessheadquarters.com or email me directly at info@thewellnessheadquarters.com to set up your free 60 minute consult call.
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