Everything We Wish We Learned Earlier About Dealing With Rejection
Rejection is an inherent part of life, and despite hearing the word "no" repeatedly, it rarely becomes any easier to accept.
Remember when you were just a little kid begging your parents for a shiny new toy, only to be met with a resounding "no"? That was just the beginning of the rejection-filled journey.
And let's be honest, even though we've been through it all—from breakups to not getting that dream job we'd been praying for or discovering that our favorite granola was sold out at the local grocery store—it never fails to sting our egos time and time again. Since rejection continues to give our inner children a temper tantrum, here's everything we wish we'd learned earlier about dealing with rejection.
It's Not a Reflection of Your Worth
No matter what type of rejection you are going through, the most important thing you can do is not allow people's "no's" or "not right now's" to define you. Just because you didn't receive what you were hoping for doesn't mean you are any less than worthy. And who knows? More often than not, rejection ends up being a blessing in disguise.
Allow Redirection to Take Its Course
Speaking of blessings in disguise, try to recount all the times you had a missed opportunity, but an even better one opened up for you after. Instead of viewing rejection as a setback, allow what you really want to come to fruition. Reframe it as "I just dodged a bullet. On to the next!"
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Don't Fear It
Under no circumstances should you decide you can't do something because you fear not being accepted or anticipate something coming to an inevitable end. Developing a fear of rejection will prevent you from taking important chances and risks. To reach your full potential, you need to go through it, and be open to the occasional rejection.
Feel Your Feelings
The truth is, regardless of how seemingly prepared we are for rejection, it hurts. So grab the tub of ice cream, turn on your favorite show and allow yourself time to mourn the loss of what was seemingly a perfect opportunity. Once you finish the pint, get yourself back out there again. Don't let a "no" hold you back. It could be a hundred no's before you hear that glorious yes—and it'll be worth every one.
Build Your Resiliency
Resiliency comes with time, but it will be your superpower in the face of dealing with rejection. Maintaining a positive mindset will allow you to handle rejection without feeling burned out. Think about it this way—every no gets you that much closer to a yes.
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