Big Small Talk SMALL TALK: What Do We Think About 'Rejection Therapy'? With Carmen and Kath
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Apr 16, 2025 Joining the conversation are Kath Ebbs and Carmen Azzopardi, co-hosts of the podcast I've Always Said That. They dive into the TikTok trend of 'rejection therapy,' exploring its psychological merits and societal implications. The duo reflects on their own experiences with rejection from childhood to adulthood, highlighting the emotional complexities involved. They also tackle the unique challenges women face in both dating and professional contexts, emphasizing resilience and self-acceptance over societal expectations.
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Evolutionary Fear of Rejection
- Humans evolved to fear rejection due to survival instincts tied to community belonging.
- This deep-rooted fear explains why public humiliation feels so intense and threatening.
Rejection Therapy Roots & Reality
- Rejection therapy is based on exposure therapy principles but lacks clinical backing.
- Facing non-dangerous fears can help reduce their power over us, although TikTok trends dilute the concept.
Childhood Musical Rejection Story
- Carmen shared a painful childhood rejection when her dad and sister prank-called her about a musical role she didn't get.
- This combined rejection and humiliation deeply influenced her view of rejection.