What happens when positivity becomes pressure?
In this powerful episode, I unpack the fine line between authentic optimism and the subtle trap of toxic positivity. If you’ve ever felt pressured to "just stay positive" in the face of real adversity, this conversation is for you.
Drawing from research by Dr. Susan David, author of Emotional Agility, and the latest insights from positive psychology, this episode explains how ignoring difficult emotions doesn’t make you stronger—it disconnects you from your humanity and ultimately stunts your growth. Instead, I explore
how to hold space for complexity, practice radical honesty, and still move forward with hope.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
How to recognize the signs of toxic positivity
Why acknowledging tough emotions is essential to resilience
How to replace positivity pressure with grounded hope
Micropractices to foster emotional agility and authentic leadership
Coaching Question: What uncomfortable emotion are you avoiding right now—and what truth might it be trying to tell you?
Listen now and reflect on how to lead and live with hope—without bypassing the truth.
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