Treating the Pain of a Broken Heart
The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos
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Healing from Rejection: The Power of Emotional First Aid
This chapter explores how to cope with emotional pain and rejection, using personal stories to highlight the distinction between identity and external outcomes. It introduces the concept of emotional first aid and examines the instinctive responses to rejection, including anger and retaliation. The discussion emphasizes self-compassion, social connections, and the importance of recognizing personal strengths to foster resilience and self-worth.
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