TOXIC GRATITUDE: Why You Shouldn’t Always Be Grateful | Dr. Rami Nader

The concept of toxic gratitude can be perplexing to understand. People are often encouraged to maintain a positive attitude and be grateful for what they have, but when this turns into toxic gratitude, it can lead to negative consequences. Toxic gratitude can trap individuals in unfavorable situations that hinder their overall well-being and personal growth. It can manifest in various aspects of life, including friendships, finances, and health. In friendships, toxic gratitude may cause individuals to accept unbalanced relationships, overlooking negative behaviors from friends out of fear of losing the friendship altogether. In terms of finances, toxic gratitude can hold people back from seeking better opportunities or advocating for their true worth, resulting in settling for less than they deserve. Concerning health, toxic gratitude might lead individuals to downplay their health issues, believing they should be thankful it's not worse, even if it affects their well-being. To break free from toxic gratitude, self-awareness is key. Recognizing the signs, such as ignoring one's feelings and using gratitude as an excuse to stay in unsatisfying situations, is crucial. To overcome toxic gratitude, individuals can treat their emotions like a GPS, trusting their instincts to guide them, visualize a better future, trust their gut, set a clear date for change, and create a plan to improve their lives. Ultimately, people are never stuck, and it's acceptable to seek positive change and growth while still appreciating what they have. By addressing toxic gratitude, individuals can work towards a more fulfilling and satisfying life.
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[@Sweet_Steve]

I definitely feel this toxic gratitude with my job. I don't like cleaning or helping with events for people who make more money than me. I feel like a slave

[@ghelfling_bunny]

I'm so annoyed today. Every time I visit my parents they victimize themselves verbalizing how they are unsatisfied with parenthood. Each time they do that, I distance myself more. It doesn't matter what I do, it's never enough. Their expectations are unrealistic, like: "I'm depressed because I would like to be the most important person to you as I was when you were a kid". My father often compares the dogs reaction to illustrate how he would like to be seen by their daughters. The reality is that I am the one depressed by listening to this, but it seems that my feelings doesn't matter. I know that if I tried to say what I think, they would use it against me (if they listened at all).

[@hitoridoraiba1469]

thank you for sharing doctor, have a wonderful day.

[@DrRamiNader]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@jayde7412]

Thanks again, for your very enlightening commentary!

[@DrRamiNader]

You're welcome. Glad you found it helpful.

[@Nancy-dz1vo]

Great video. Thank you

[@DrRamiNader]

You're very welcome!

[@kornelia1084]

It was eye-opener, thank you! You made me understand that my constant gratitude has been a form of "gaslighting" myself. New subscriber!

[@DrRamiNader]

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