Rejection Hurts, But It Doesn’t Define Your Ability

05/01/2026 2 min
Rejection Hurts, But It Doesn’t Define Your Ability

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We look at how college rejections often feel personal, why that reaction is natural, and how to reframe the story so confidence stays intact. We share practical ways to separate identity from outcomes and turn a “no” into momentum.• why rejections feel like judgments of worth• how missing context fuels doubt and comparison• the role of competition and institutional priorities• reframes that protect confidence and agency• simple steps to regain motivation after decisions• a reminder that success is rarely linearMore about working with East Coast Admissions is available on our websiteSend us a textSupport the showVisit our WebsiteLike, Share and Subscribe on FacebookLike, Share and Subscribe on InstagramLike, Share and Subscribe on XLike, Share and Subscribe on LinkedInCall us at (212) 931-6198 or Email us: [email protected]