How to Handle Rejection

Rejection and failure are closely related. The key difference? Rejection usually comes from another person, while failure happens when you're trying to accomplish something (usually a goal), but things don’t go your way. Both can be tough to deal with, but rejection hits differently—especially when it comes from someone you admire, like a parent, a love interest, or a person you look up to.

So, how do you handle rejection?

The answer starts with you. You have to remind yourself that you like yourself, that you love yourself, and that your worth isn’t defined by anyone else’s approval. If you constantly rely on other people’s love to feel happy, confident, or valuable, rejection will always feel like a personal attack.

But when you truly appreciate yourself—when you know deep down that you are worthy, whether through self-acceptance or faith in God—then rejection loses its power. It no longer defines you. It no longer controls your self-esteem.

Build self-confidence using your mirror (see below)

Practice looking in the mirror every morning and say “I like myself” or “I love myself” repeatedly over and over. Immerse yourself in the chant and 100% believe in it! Do this for a few weeks and you’ll slowly start to feel renewed confidence and self-esteem within yourself. I’ve learned this technique from the great author, Brian Tracy.

At the end of the day, people’s opinions will come and go, but your sense of self-worth should never depend on them. You are special because you are 1 of 1 in this world. There is NOBODY LIKE YOU!