Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Providing provocative views on racism, pop culture, and mental health. Unlike a genuinely positive outlook, toxic positivity makes ...

Navigating relationships with toxic individuals is volatile. One wrong step and boom—you're in the middle of an emotional explosion that leaves you wondering what just happened. While setting ...

In meetings, they seem keen to disagree with you. When they are unkind, you see maliciousness. And when they don’t behave as you imagine you would, you see rudeness. Are these the toxic co-workers we ...

I love a good gratitude list, but sometimes it’s freeing to simply admit that you’re going through it. That’s especially important to remember as we rounding the last corner on a pretty objectively ...

Is there a person in your life who, every time you hang out with them, leaves you feeling drained AF? Like, the minute you say goodbye, you’re smacked with exhaustion, insecurity, and a sh*t ton of ...

Having a positive outlook is good, but you can’t be positive all the time. Suppressing or invalidating negative emotions may lead to toxic positivity -- which isn't as helpful as you think. Joshua Cox ...

Many people say “toxic,” but do not even know what it means. Here’s how to recognise the patterns that make a relationship toxic. We throw the word ‘toxic’ around a lot, yet most people can’t tell ...

Experiencing a friendship breakup is never fun, but you know what else feels equally awful? Ignoring toxic friends or missing red flags that signal you actually shouldn't be hanging out with someone.

When you practice these four unbothered habits, other people's bad vibes stop sticking to you, and your peace becomes ...