Tag: fear of rejection
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10 Reasons People Fear Rejection
Most humans have an inherent fear of rejection because of our biological instinct to belong to a group. In the not-so-distant past, being condemned or banished from our tribe could’ve been a death sentence. Since then, our brains haven’t changed much because we still are hardwired to seek acceptance, love, and comfort from others. When…
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9 Ways to Stop Taking Rejection Personally
Rejection leaves a sour taste in just about anyone’s mouth. But it will happen to you at some point in your life. Whether it’s friends, partners, or even family members, you will be pushed to the side at some point. This even happens in careers. You’ll be rejected left, right, and center when you start…
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13 Signs of Dependent Personality Disorder
Dependent personality disorder is real, but few understand how it affects them. Do you feel you lack the knowledge, agency, and confidence to navigate the world independently? Do you often experience anxiety and panic when there are no other people around you to turn to? Does your loved one seem overly reliant on you and…
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13 Reasons Men Are Scared to Date
Are you a guy who complains because you don’t have a love life? If you dig a little deeper into why some men remain a party of one, the real reason might be fear. How many dates have you been on in the last six months? Serial dating in the quest for that perfect partner…
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24 Reasons Someone Prefers Being Single Over A Relationship
Remember the old saying from Alfred Lord Tennyson that stated it was better to have loved and lost than for you to have never experienced love at all? Love is a beautiful thing, but sometimes love isn’t enough. Many folks prefer to stay single rather than enter into a committed relationship. Do you prefer to…