Rosie in My Pocket: Toxic Positivity
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Tired of hearing "It'll be fine" when things feel anything but? 🌟
In this episode, Rosie breaks down toxic positivity—why it hurts more than it helps—and shares how the Stockdale Paradox (gritty facts + gritty faith) can transform tough moments. With inspiration from Brene Brown and Mark Brackett, Rosie shows you how to lean into discomfort, embrace authentic connection, and still shine bright.
✨ Let’s get real, get gritty, and never let anyone dull your sparkle! 💫
Key Reflections:
✨ The Harm of Toxic Positivity: Dismissing emotions with well-meaning reassurances creates disconnection and invalidates others.
✨ Embrace the Stockdale Paradox: Balancing gritty facts (acknowledging reality) with gritty faith (believing in resilience) fosters hope without denial.
✨ Permission to Feel: Unfelt emotions don’t disappear—they spread in unhealthy ways. Leaders must give themselves and others space to process.
✨ Lean Into Discomfort: True connection arises when we face challenges together, not when we avoid them.