{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/68777d335d5bb08874b34384/68777d525d5bb08874b3497c?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"The Positivity Trap: Why closing off to the full spectrum of feelings is a bad idea","description":"<p>Exploring the dangers of forced positivity and the importance of embracing all emotions for genuine connection and well-being. In this episode, ex rugby league pro Stevie Ward explore the downsides of forced positivity and why closing off to the full spectrum of feelings is a bad idea - and saps us of strength and authenticity.</p><p>It's about acknowledging and embracing feelings like sadness and fear, rather than suppressing them. We discuss how inauthenticity can be perceived as a threat and why identifying with our roles contributes to inauthenticity. We even touch on what we can learn from pre-egoic toddlers - who truly embody genuine inauthenticity, which people can't help but be drawn towards.</p><p>My links:</p><p><strong>Book</strong>: https://www.simonmundie.com/book</p><p><strong>YouTube</strong>: https://tinyurl.com/YouTubeSimonMundie</p><p><strong>Website</strong>: simonmundie.com</p><p><strong>Substack Newsletter</strong>: https://simonmundie.substack.com/</p><p><strong>Instagram:</strong> https://www.instagram.com/simonmundie/</p><p> </p>","author_name":"Simon Mundie"}