Those who constantly post or view statements like “look on the bright side” or “happiness is a choice” on social media may find themselves trapped in a loop of toxic positivity where they ...

While it’s important to try to stay positive, constant positivity can ... Oftentimes, these struggles get broadcasted onto ...

This is an example of what has become known as ‘toxic positivity’ in popular culture, which can show up with our friends, parents, teachers and especially on social media. ‘Toxic positivity ...

Yet despite all of this, our fixation to find a positive spin on absolutely everything – also known as toxic positivity ... to the intrusiveness of social media or the intensity of what ...

Toxic positivity hinges on the failure to acknowledge or accept someone’s negative emotions. A few examples include: • Statement: “I don’t know if I can have a relationship with my sister ...

The Guardian newspaper has announced it will stop posting on X, formerly Twitter, describing the social media platform as ...

However, scholars argue that real fandom is rooted in positive relationships with artists ... online and the profit-driven nature of social media platforms. In an email to Mashable, Mark Duffett ...

What Is Toxic Positivity at Work? “Good vibes only” is a catchy phrase often thrown around and happily accepted outside the workplace, but when it's used in a professional setting, you should ...

Everyone strives for balance - balance in health, in thoughts, in action, in every aspect of life. When it comes to ...

If you're using toxic positivity against yourself, Goodman suggests remembering it's OK if you're upset about something. It's valid if something annoys you.

As social media amplifies toxic fan behaviors and challenges artists’ boundaries, experts explore whether fan culture can reclaim a more positive connection.