Tag: 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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11 Reasons Why Your Crush Stopped Texting
You meet a wonderful person, and you have high hopes for the future of this relationship. Sadly, your crush ghosted you just when things were going so well. No phone calls, no texting, no communication at all. What did you do wrong to warrant this treatment, and is this more of their problem than yours?…
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3 Reasons Why Rejection Hurts (And How to Cope With It)
Being rejected hurts! It can be devastating, or it can just sting, but the bottom line is that it’s painful. For some, being rejected can cause severe emotional reactions to the point of disrupting everyday life and damaged self-worth. If you’ve recently faced rejection, you’re probably still dealing with some feelings related to that situation.…