What’s the worst advice you’ve ever received?

Things like:

• “Just stop overthinking.” (Oh, I didn’t realize it was that easy. Thanks!)
• “Other people have it worse.” (So I guess my feelings aren’t valid?)
• “You just need to be more positive.” (Because toxic positivity always cures deep-seated trauma, right?)

It’s frustrating when people mean well but completely dismiss what you’re going through. Sometimes, the best thing you can do for someone struggling is just to listen and validate their experience instead of throwing out generic, unhelpful advice.

What’s the worst mental health advice you’ve ever received?