PSA for anyone with a daughter, sister, friend, daughter-in law, cousin, son, brother, etc struggling with infertility (a thread): PLEASE STOP WITH THE TOXIC POSITIVITY! It's dismissive & hurtful. Lend a shoulder to cry on, offer to listen, but please don't say things like..(1/5)

"Everything happens for a reason"
"You're much stronger than me"
"Attitude is everything!"
"Two weeks? That will fly by!"
"Don't let this consume you"
"It will all be worth it in the end"
"Try not to think about it"
"It will happen when you least expect it" (2/5)

First off, the "everything happens for a reason" line makes my blood boil.

Did I somehow deserve this journey because of something I did? NO. Is it comforting? NO. Will it make me feel optimistic? NO.

Be mindful when you know someone is hurting or struggling. (3/5)

Stop the "positivity word vomit" because YOU feel uncomfortable or are unsure what to say. Not sure what to say? DON'T SAY ANYTHING. Just listen.

Or, say things like "I'm here for you", "you're not alone".

It can make a world of a difference. (4/5)

This thread isn't meant to bash anyone, I just want to spread awareness. I'm personally TIRED & DRAINED trying to make everyone around me feel more comfortable about MY journey.

Please do better

#infertility #infertilityawareness #endometriosis #pcos (5/5)