Rejection stings,  whether it’s a friend pulling away, not getting the job, being ghosted, or a partner feeling distant. Our brains don’t like ambiguity, so they fill in the blanks with painful stories about not being good enough, smart enough, or lovable.In this encore episode, I explore:Why rejection hurts so much and how it’s linked to survival wiringThe ways we often respond, withdrawing, lashing out, or people pleasingHow our brains make up unhelpful stories when we don’t have answersPractical tools from Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)The role of mindfulness, values, and diffusion in managing rejectionWhy self-compassion and support are essential in moving forwardPart one focuses on understanding rejection and building strategies to cope. In part two, I’ll explore rejection in parenting, especially as teens start to need more independence.Resources:The Future of Friendships: Are We Getting Lonelier?Connected Teens :https://marievakakis.com.au/connected-teens/Connect with Marie :https://thetherapyhub.com.au/ https://marievakakis.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/marievakakis/Submit a question to the Podcast:https://forms.gle/nvNQyw9gJXMNnveY6

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