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When Perfectionism Holds You Back: Why ‘Good Enough’ Is the Key to Progress

Perfectionism can feel like a badge of honor, but it’s often the thing holding you back. You might think aiming for “perfect” keeps your standards high, but in reality, it can trap you in a cycle of overthinking and self-doubt. For neurodivergent women, this pressure to get everything just right can feel overwhelming, leading to…

Setting Boundaries: Protecting Against Rejection Sensitivity Triggers
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Setting Boundaries: Protecting Against Rejection Sensitivity Triggers

Setting boundaries is an imperative part of maintaining healthy relationships, especially when it comes to rejection sensitivity triggers. Rejection sensitivity is the tendency to feel intense emotional pain or distress in response to perceived rejection or criticism. These triggers can cause people to feel anxious, depressed, or even angry, which can negatively impact their relationships…

Overcome Avoidance Behaviors Associated with Rejection Sensitivity
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Overcome Avoidance Behaviors Associated with Rejection Sensitivity

If you find yourself avoiding situations that might lead to rejection, you’re not alone. Rejection sensitivity is a common issue that can lead to avoidance behaviors, which can limit your opportunities and negatively impact your life. Fortunately, there are strategies you can use to overcome avoidance behaviors associated with rejection sensitivity and live a more…

Practical Tips for Managing Rejection Sensitivity at Work
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Practical Tips for Managing Rejection Sensitivity at Work

Managing rejection sensitivity at work can be challenging, especially if you’re someone who takes criticism or negative feedback personally. Rejection sensitivity is the tendency to react strongly to perceived rejection or criticism, even if it’s not intended. This can lead to feelings of anxiety, self-doubt, and even anger, which can negatively impact your work performance…

Navigating Social Situations with Rejection Sensitivity: Tips and Strategies
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Navigating Social Situations with Rejection Sensitivity: Tips and Strategies

Navigating social situations can be challenging for anyone, but for those with rejection sensitivity, it can feel overwhelming. Rejection sensitivity refers to the tendency to perceive rejection where it may not exist or to overreact to perceived rejection. This can lead to avoidance of social situations, strained relationships, and negative impacts on mental health. If…

Identifying and Challenging Negative Thought Patterns of Rejection Sensitivity
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Identifying and Challenging Negative Thought Patterns of Rejection Sensitivity

Do you often find yourself feeling hurt or upset by rejection, even in situations where it may not be intentional or personal? This is known as rejection sensitivity, and it can be a difficult and distressing experience. Negative thought patterns related to rejection sensitivity can exacerbate these feelings, leading to a cycle of negative emotions…