Of course, being happy is a fine goal (if also a problematic one--there are a lot of competing definitions of happiness), but according to a fascinating and timely new report in The Washington Post, the pursuit of happiness, if taken too far, can actually turn into harmful "toxic positivity."
It's a warning that's particularly resonant at a time when so many of us are trying desperately to cheer ourselves (and our teams) up in the midst of a pandemic, but instead just sinking deeper into malaise despite our efforts. Maybe you're not chasing happiness wrong. Maybe the chase itself is contributing to your misery.
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