Feeling rejected?
One of the deepest human pains—the denial of belonging. As social creatures, rejection triggers ancient survival fears of being cast out from the tribe and left alone.
The unmet need
The secure knowledge that we belong somewhere; acceptance of our whole self, including the parts we've been taught to hide.
A question to sit with
Is this rejection revealing a truth about my worth, or about the other person's capacity or circumstances? Where do I still belong?
What to do right now
Name three people or communities where you have felt accepted. Reach out to one today with a simple message. Remember: one rejection does not erase all the places you belong.
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