#58: How to Handle Rejection in the Gay Community

How come rejection amongst Gay and Bisexual men in the world of dating is SO common? Why do most men feel the need to reject someone without explanation?

Have you ever been rejected and wondered why? Was it something you did wrong? Did it impact your experience with dating or did it cause you to lose trust in men?

Today, Danny welcomes you to have a conversation about rejection and how you can take advantage of it. For many of you, the experience itself has been a negative one due to a multitude of different reasons (lack of commitment, self-esteem issues, casual mindset, hookup culture, ghosting, avoidance, etc.) In this episode, you will learn how to navigate rejection by reframing your thoughts & feelings. Most if not all of us have experienced rejection while dating, especially Gay & Bisexual men and for many, it has jaded you. Don't allow another persons actions to determine your future happiness.

Have you ever stopped and asked yourself, "what would it feel like to not be affected by rejection?" If you have, this episode will provide you with some tangible steps you can take!

In the episode, you will learn:

• Defining rejection in the context of interpersonal relationships
• The common rejection scenarios
• The steps to reframing rejection
• The process of accepting rejection and using it to your benefit

What We Discuss:

• 00:00 Intro
• 01:25 My first same sex crush & experience with rejection
• 04:17 What is your experience with rejection?
• 05:13 Defining rejection in the context of personal relationships
• 06:04 Rejection scenarios
• 08:16 Rejection can become your super power
• 09:11 The steps to reframing rejection
• 13:22 Accepting rejection releases you from the pressure of living up to someone else's expectations
• 14:46 A confident individual will reject you in a healthy way

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