Unmasking the dark side of positive vibes -- discover how to stay authentic and true to yourself by avoiding toxic positivity pitfalls.p ppstrongHave you ever experienced job loss, financial difficulties, relationship troubles, health issues, abuse, or grief... but felt the pressure to 'snap out of it'strongpp ppHas a friend asked you to 'count your blessings' when you confided in them about your troublespp ppAre you struggling with self-hate, and all you see online are these phrasespp ppGood vibes only!pp ppThink happy thoughts!pp ppFocus on the bright side!pp ppIf yes, you might be a victim of toxic positivity.pp ppToo much of a good thing can be poisonous, including positivity.pp ppIf positivity were the answer, many people would not be dealing with anxiety, depression, and burnout.pp ppWhen Bobby McFerrin wrote the song, Don't worry, be happy, he hoped to brighten the listener's day. However, the strongovergeneralization of happy emotions has led to a wounded generation with unproc