TED-Ed

How to deal with rejection (2023x7)

Date de diffusion: Jan 24, 2023

Rejection hurts. It’s incredibly painful to feel like you’re not wanted — and we do mean painful. Researchers found that we relate rejection to being “hurt,” using terms like “crushed” or “broken-hearted.” So, why does rejection trigger such a strong response, and is there any way to cope with this unique kind of pain? Explore common strategies to help you process this emotional experience. Directed by Caitlin McCarthy.