Toxic Positivity: Truths - Deepstash

Toxic Positivity: Truths

Invalidation rests on its own logical fallacy, that people who don’t speak out against unfairness or injustice they’re facing because they’re all full of grit and resilience. The truth is, many people don’t speak out against injustice and abuse because they’re just like I used to be. They’re scared. They’ve been conditioned to accept it. Anytime they do speak up, nobody listens to them. They experience shame and embarrassment.

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Neurodivergent. Cat lover. I like things that make you think and all things strange & spooky. 👻

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