Positivity

Toxic positivity is the suppression of real, negative emotions through phrases like: 

"Be positive!", "Cheer up!" or "Look on the bright side!" 

"Get over it" or "Move on." 

"It's all going to be okay" or "Everything is going to work out." 

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"Be a man" or "Tough it out." "Everything happens for a reason." "It could be worse." or "At least "Don't worry/stress/get upset about it." "Stop being negative" or "Think happy thoughts!" 

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The suppression of negative emotions can significantly harm an individual's physical and mental health. 

Instead you can use these phrases

"Your feelings make sense. What can I do to help support you through this?" 

. "It's normal and okay to feel overwhelmed/tired/ angry, etc. Listen to yourself and your feelings. You know yourself best." 

"I know things are hard for you right now. I'm sorry you're going through this." "Be kind to yourself