“Positive thinking” has turned happiness into a duty and a burden

Re:“Positive thinking” has turned happiness into a duty and ... by vbuwivbiu on Sunday May 05, 2019 @04:30AM (#19831789)

Expressing any 'negative' emotion (frustration, anger, impatience, irritation, boredom) is seen as weak-minded and irresponsible.

We must pretend at all times that we're confident, unphasable, happy and charismatic.

Anyone feeling stressed at the end of the day will be fired.

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Re:“Positive thinking” has turned happiness into a duty and ... by Starknaked on Sunday May 05, 2019 @05:28AM (#19831927)

You reminded me of this scene from The Simpsons https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zlyzkw1we_g .

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