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comment by humanodon
humanodon  ·  4265 days ago  ·  link  ·    ·  parent  ·  post: Smile or Die - RSAnimates a scathing critique of the culture of forced positivity

I do agree with her point that in an office setting people place far too much emphasis on comfort and being a chipper, team-player.

As for the idea that this widespread use of positive thinking as an agent of social control, I don't think it's as overt or intentional as she presents it, but I'll admit, the thought has crossed my mind.