Why Emotional Honesty Matters More Than Positive Thinking


Hi there Positive thinking has its place. Optimism can help us persevere, maintain perspective and approach difficulties constructively. But positivity becomes a problem when it replaces honesty. When positivity becomes avoidance You feel frustrated but insist you’re fine. You’re exhausted but tell yourself to stay positive. You’re unhappy with your direction but convince yourself you should simply be grateful. That’s not necessarily resilience. Sometimes it’s avoidance dressed up as...