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Let's take a 90-degree turn this week and discuss negativity and its benefits. Negativity is human nature and can actually end up saving your life if you listen to it. Tune into this week's episode to learn more about how and why you should use negativity as part of your mentality. You will definitely want to listen to the whole episode as the story at the end is very interesting this week! Resources https://www.thespectrum.com/story/life/2015/07/05/close-calls-utah-ted-bundy/29742385/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/changepower/201912/9-positive-benefits-negative-thinking https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2016/03/why-negative-thoughts-are-good-for-well-being/ https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/negative-emotions-key-well-being/ https://www.healthline.com/health/positive-side-negative-thinking#negativity-bias  https://tinybuddha.com/blog/3-reasons-to-stop-worrying-about-your-negative-thoughts/ 

Building on the last episode, this week I want to talk about toxic positivity. I will share what it is, how you can identify it, and how you can avoid it in the future. I also share a story all the way from WWII about why it is important to look at the negative and positive in any situation. Resources https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-toxic-positivity-5093958  https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/toxic-positivity https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/toxic-positivity-during-the-pandemic#Toxic-positivity-is-especially-harmful-right-now https://blog.hubspot.com/sales/survivorship-bias 

I've spent the last 13 weeks talking about the benefits of positive thinking but now it is time to take a look at the dark side of this mentality. In this week's episode, I want to share with you 3 main reasons why positive thinking can have a negative connotation and how you can walk the line. Life is all about balance and this episode makes that abundantly clear. Resources https://www.successconsciousness.com/blog/positive-attitude/what-is-the-meaning-of-positive-attitude/  https://www.counsellinginmelbourne.com.au/mood-swings/  https://www.newsweek.com/2016/09/23/positive-thinking-myth-498447.html https://optimalpositivity.com/positive-people-seem-attract-victims/ https://notablelife.com/5-negatives-of-being-too-positive/  https://www.reddit.com/r/AskReddit/comments/lfiaxz/irl_friends_of_social_media_influencers_what_is/ 

What's the deal with meditation? Is it all it's cracked up to be? That's what I am exploring this week on Positively Stressless. Tune in to learn about the positives and negatives revolving around the practice of meditation. I'll even help you understand the difference between the 7 most common practice types.  Still not sure meditation is right for you? Listen until the end for a story from Rebecca in Oklahoma who felt the same way at first! Resources https://www.mindful.org/10-things-we-know-about-the-science-of-meditation/  Meditation Types - https://www.everydayhealth.com/meditation/types/  https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/can_meditation_cause_you_harm  https://www.insider.com/why-meditation-can-be-bad-2018-3 Style Quiz - https://www.tryinteract.com/quiz/what-style-of-meditation-is-right-for-you/  Meditation Stories - https://aaptiv.com/magazine/meditation-stories 

This week is all about negativity and naysayers. I will go over red flags that come along with negative people. I will also give you techniques you can use to deal with negative people in your life. Finally, I will touch on how to deal with doubters and self-doubt. As always, stick around for the whole episode to hear some positive affirmations and in lieu of a story, I will share with you some interesting study results about why you should give people the benefit of the doubt. Resources https://www.developgoodhabits.com/negative-people/  https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-drives-some-people-so-negative-susan-ways-sphr/  https://www.lifehack.org/293018/15-signs-negative-people  https://www.powerofpositivity.com/10-smart-ways-respond-negative-person/   https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/what_happens_when_you_give_people_the_benefit_of_the_doubt  https://www.businessinsider.com/when-people-doubt-your-ability-to-succeed-2014-8  https://eugenetherapy.com/article/overcome-self-doubt/ 

Is hustling good for your physical and mental health? Does working harder get you to your goals quicker? Do workaholics get more done? These are all great questions that are answered this week when I talk about hustle culture and the drawbacks of overworking. As always, stick around for the whole episode to hear some positive affirmations and a story about the impact of overworking. *I recently switched my OS and I haven't had a compatible microphone so there is some popping and crackling, I apologize for that. I have ordered a more appropriate mic and it should hopefully arrive next week. Fingers crossed* Resources https://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/news/20180716/working-yourself-to-death-long-hours-bring-risks  https://headversity.com/the-toxicity-of-hustle-culture-the-grind-must-stop/  https://healthylivinglondon.com/wellbeing/are-you-a-victim-of-hustle-culture/  https://matermea.com/5-ways-to-detach-from-hustle-culture/  https://www.healthline.com/health/working-too-much-health-effects  https://style.ca/hustle-culture-and-self-care/  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1740219/  https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0030719

This week we are talking about crying. I will share some of the benefits of emotional tears. I also talk about different tactics you can use to start getting in touch with your emotional side. As usual stick around for the whole episode to get your weekly dose of positive affirmations and a short story about finding emotion in places you would never expect. Quiz https://psychcentral.com/quizzes/emotional-type-quiz#1  Story http://www.sofiesandell.com/personal-story-crying-sadness-healing-music/  Resources https://www.apa.org/monitor/2014/02/cry  https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/why-cant-i-cry#things-to-try  https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-crying#grievingprocess https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/is-crying-good-for-you-2021030122020 https://www.verywellmind.com/an-overview-of-the-types-of-emotions-4163976

This week we are talking about how to share your light and positivity without burning out. I talk about positivity ratios, and the 10 emotions you should focus on to nourish your soul. I also tell you a few ways you can spread positivity in the world without coming off as annoying or condescending. As always, stick around for the whole episode to get your weekly dose of positive affirmations and to hear a story illustrating how positive strategies, solutions, and support can create opportunities even in the darkest of times. Check your positivity ratio here: http://www.positivityratio.com/single.php  Learn about the Penny Brohn Cancer Center here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPOSyma8O_A&feature=emb_imp_woyt  https://www.pennybrohn.org.uk/why-choose-us/impact/difference-wellbeing/  Other Resources: https://www.thepositiveencourager.global/p-is-for-people-who-spread-positivity-during-their-time-on-the-planet/  https://thoughtcatalog.com/stephanie-althoff/2014/08/why-you-should-share-the-positive-not-the-negative-especially-on-social-media/  https://www.positivityblog.com/positivity-today/  https://healthyhappyimpactful.com/ways-spread-positivity/  https://www.theodysseyonline.com/understanding-why-being-positive-important 

Let's talk about self-talk! How we talk to ourselves greatly impacts the way we see the world around us. This week I will break down how you can identify and categorize your negative self-talk. I will also provide you with a few tips and scenarios to change the negatives into positives. As always, stick around for the whole episode to hear positive affirmations and a story about changing your own narrative. Resources https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/self-talk#why-it-matters  https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/memberarticles/positive-self-talk-can-help-relieve-anxiety https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/self-talk#takeaway https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/self-talk#getting-started https://www.solutionsforresilience.com/negative-self-talk/  Lovelyn's Story https://tinybuddha.com/blog/change-life-changing-stories-tell-yourself/ 

Shadow work. What is it? How do you do it? Is it worthwhile? All these questions and more are answered in this week's episode of Positively Stressless. Tune in to learn more about how shadow work can improve your mental health and wellbeing.  As with every week, be sure to listen to the whole episode for positive affirmations and a short anecdote on why it is important to be open-minded. Resources Scott Jeffrey @ CEO SAGE - https://scottjeffrey.com/shadow-work/ Maitri virtue - https://www.doyou.com/maitri-practices-for-developing-loving-kindness-for-oneself/  Book 1 - https://www.amazon.ca/dp/0062507540/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=gs2&linkId=c8d974e072c87b6677e34a1363bae3c8&creativeASIN=0062507540&tag=ceosage03-20&creative=9325&camp=1789 Book 2 - https://www.amazon.ca/dp/0062548476?ie=UTF8&linkCode=gs2&creativeASIN=0062548476&tag=ceosage03-20&camp=1789 More Shadow work information - https://lonerwolf.com/shadow-work-demons/ Shadow Test - https://lonerwolf.com/shadow-self-test/ Short anecdotal stories - https://www.outofstress.com/self-realization-short-stories/