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Mental Health
From careers to friendship, what getting rejected does to your brain (and the scientifically proven ways to handle it better)
By Serena Smith
3 months ago
6 min read
Whether you’ve had a job application turned down at the last minute or been let down by a Hinge match, rejection can feel gutting, and there’s an evolutionary reason behind why it makes us feel so low. Here, therapists explain everything you need to know – and share the six proven ways to feel better about being rebuffed.
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