Rejection is never easy to handle, especially in the realm of dating. While everyone experiences setbacks in their romantic pursuits, rejection often carries a uniquely heavy weight for men, striking ...

The most common response we have when we get rejected is to become intensely self-critical. We review all our faults and shortcomings and call ourselves names, triggering further feelings of shame, ...

People with a phobia of rejection experience an excessive fear of someone rejecting them in social situations. This can cause significant emotional distress and lead a person to withdraw or act ...

Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Design by Evelyn Mousigian. After a grueling college admissions process, I was excited to begin my ...

Rejection happens to every academic. Papers are not published, grants are not funded, proposals are rejected, and jobs are not achieved. Most academics have many times more rejections than successes.

CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS - JULY 08: A view of the campus of Harvard University on July 08, 2020 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Harvard and Massachusetts Institute of Technology have sued the Trump ...

A fear of rejection is an irrational and persistent fear of social exclusion. It can be a feature of social phobia or social anxiety disorder. Various tips can help with overcoming a fear of rejection ...

Rejection isn’t inherently negative, writes Alice Lemée. It’s our interpretation of it that determines whether it becomes an opportunity or an obstacle. In the second week of January 2021, all three ...

Rejection is a universal challenge that stings but often becomes one of our greatest teachers. Whether it’s a missed promotion, an idea turned down, or a personal relationship that falters, rejection ...

The idea of being rejected is pretty terrifying for most people—it’s right up there with a root canal. But recently, TikTok creators have attempted to ease their fear of rejection with an unorthodox ...

According to a 2025 report by Holiday Calendar, February 21 is National Breakup Day. This day is usually recognized on the Friday after Valentine’s Day, and the intent is for individuals to assess ...