But things go wrong when optimism turns into toxic positivity. If you've ever felt like your company's leaders are trying too hard to pretend that everything's just fine, or uncomfortable ...

Viewing the world through rose-colored glasses can result in a favorable and optimistic view of life. Yet can an overly positive view or perception in the workplace present challenges on the ...

According to licensed clinical psychologist and therapist Lauren Cook, “Toxic positivity is an unwavering devotion to optimism that can minimize or disregard when someone is in emotional pain.” ...

Toxic positivity is the act of avoiding ... Of course, there’s nothing wrong with showing positivity, optimism, and gratitude—those traits help humans flourish. Positivity only becomes ...

Optimism acknowledges when times have been tough, whilst also holding hope for things to change. This differs from ‘toxic positivity’ which unhelpfully ignores the difficult emotions.

the purveyor of toxic positivity, are ... [+] more alike than they look. Parker's relentless optimism seems more welcome than Louise's chronic complaining. Aren't optimistic people more pleasant ...

Toxic positivity is based on the belief that a ... ‘everything happens for a reason’, or a boss who applies blind optimism when everything is falling apart. And of course, across social ...

Co-authored by Abigail Ramos and Robert T. Muller, Ph.D. Authentic leadership styles can boost job performance, aid in navigating difficult situations, lift employee spirits, and boost productivity.