6 Signs You’re Unintentionally Toxic, Not Malicious

Have you ever asked yourself: Am I toxic? If so, then you are taking a step in the right direction. Being self-aware is the first stage of acceptance that you, and everyone around you, are imperfect. Sometimes, you don’t notice that your habits are harmful to you and your loved ones. That’s why it’s good to learn more about them and how to reduce that behavior. So, here are a few signs you’re unintentionally toxic, but not malicious. Did you know that there are a few common “harmless“ phrases that are actually toxic? To name a few, watch this video: Writer: Chamae Script Editor: Vanessa Tao Script Manager: Kelly Soong Voice: Amanda Silvera Animator: Mara (New Animator) YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong REFERENCES Boyes, A. (2016, October 31). 7 Effective Ways to Ask for Help (and Get It). Psychology Today. Retrieved from Davis, A. (2022, January 1). How to Stop Overpromising. Dr. Angelina Davis. Retrieved from H. (2021, September 3). How to Stop Being Pessimistic: 7 Tactics to Embrace Positivity. Tracking Happiness. Retrieved from H., K. (2017, September 23). 8 Signs You’re Becoming a Toxic Person. Psych2Go. Retrieved from Hamilton, J. (2020, December 24). 5 Signs That You Are Unintentionally Manipulative. Psych2Go. Retrieved from Herrick, J. (2020, January 16). The Dangers of Overpromising and Under-Delivering. Entrepreneur. Retrieved from Ishak, R., & Steber, C. (2021, July 26). How To Stop Seeking Validation From Others, According To Experts. Bustle. Retrieved from Magee, H. (2022, January 23). How To Stop Agreeing to Things That Aren’t Good For You. Codependency Recovery Coaching. Retrieved from #:~:text=Generally, overpromising stems from our,unrealistic given our present circumstances. Razzetti, G. (2018, November 15). Want to Resolve Conflicts? Stop Blaming Others. Psychology Today. Retrieved from Ward, D. (2011, November 13). High Sensitivity, Low Self-Esteem. Psychology Today. Retrieved from Wright, T. (2020, February 6). Are You Accidentally Toxic? . Retrieved from