What even is toxic positivity?

Work relationships can often be complex and can feature blurred lines between the personal and professional. For some, this can result in unnecessary pressure, gaslighting, and toxic positivity, the idea that the best way to cope with a challenging situation is to put a positive spin on it. This episode looks at the psychology behind human emotions, how we regulate them and suppress them during challenging times, and how all of this can relate to toxic positivity.

Featured Guests

Dr. Norman Farb, University of Toronto Mississauga

For transcript + show notes please visit (https://www.gendereconomy.org/team/simone-lima/)

This podcast is a GATE Audio production from the University of Toronto’s Institute for Gender and the Economy: www.gendereconomy.org