Rejection can take a huge toll on self esteem. I remember even at Primary School sitting with my best friend and 2 boys, and asking them which of us they would 'go out with', and them both choosing her. I still remember that moment, & my memory is terrible (!), which shows what a deep … Continue reading 5 Ways to Deal with Romantic Rejection
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Boost of the Day #58: Follow your path
Being rejected is tough. Whether it's a rebuff from your partner, being turned away from a job, betrayed by a friend, or all three on the same day (this does happen!), it can really take its toll on your self worth and self esteem. Many of us will immediately blame ourselves for what went wrong and beat ourselves … Continue reading Boost of the Day #58: Follow your path
Boost of the day #43: Good, not perfect
I like it when I find a quote related to self esteem from a famous author whose work I have read. I imagine writers can be extremely self-critical and they have to go through so many rejections of their writing before finally getting published. Steinbeck has the right idea here - as soon as you liberate … Continue reading Boost of the day #43: Good, not perfect
Boost of the day #39: I depend on me
I used to depend on others for my happiness. There's no shame in admitting that - it's all too easy to rely on the opinion of others to make yourself feel good. But living like that is dangerous. One rejection, argument, miscommunication can destroy your self esteem and happiness. So start controlling your own happiness - … Continue reading Boost of the day #39: I depend on me