Fear of Rejection: What It Is and Effects Of It!

Fear of rejection is something most of us have experienced at some point in our life.

But for some, fear of rejection can be a serious problem.  When fear of rejection becomes a problem in someone's life, it affects their thoughts, feelings and actions. 

This post is about fear of rejection that has become a major problem in someone's life.

Fear of rejection affects how a person feels about him or herself, the way they view their life, the way they treat others, and the way they react to situations and events.

Fear of rejection can develop from:

• negative childhood experiences e.g. being abandoned as a young child
• never fitting in to groups especially at school
• always being last to be chosen for team games or sports
• being very shy
• having been adopted or placed in foster care early in life

People with a fear of rejection tend to:

• lack confidence and have a low self esteem
• think they are not good enough
• believe everyone judges them
• blow things out of proportion... a simple misunderstanding can become a major drama
• read too much into a situation... making it difficult for people around them to act naturally
• be reluctant in approaching people, or asking for assistance and help
• be "clingy" with the people in their lives.  This can become overpowering and result in major relationship problems
• reject others who want to become a friend -- they are usually convinced they will inevitably be rejected by others, so they do it to others before others get a chance to do it to them
• be reluctant taking up new opportunities

Much can be done to eliminate a fear of rejection and reduce its impact... which is good news not only  for the person who has a fear of rejection but also for the people around him or her!

We will look at what you can do to eliminate a fear of rejection at a later time.

In the meantime, if you know your confidence could do with a boost... take a look at this Unstoppable Confidence.  It's full of useful ideas and techniques to develop and strengthen your confidence...

Strengthening your confidence is a positive step in eliminating fear of rejection!

Do you know anyone with a fear of rejection?  How has it impacted on your life?  Click on the comment link below and share your thoughts and experiences with fear of rejection... I'd love to hear from you

Best wishes
Jeanne

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