Rejection is not a reflection of your worth as a person. It is often influenced by factors such as timing, circumstances, or preferences, which have nothing to do with who you truly are. People's decisions are based on their own experiences, needs, and perceptions.

Understanding Rejection

1. Shift your focus from the outcome to the process.2. Challenge negative thoughts.3. Embrace rejection as part of life.4. Build self-confidence.5. Surround yourself with supportive people.

How To Overcome The Fear Of Rejection

Shift your focus from the outcome to the process. Instead of worrying about the result, focus on taking action. This helps reduce the pressure.

Challenge negative thoughts. When you fear rejection, you may jump to conclusions that aren't true. Question those thoughts and remind yourself that rejection isn't a reflection of your worth.

Embrace rejection as part of life. Everyone faces rejection—it’s not about you personally. Use it as a learning experience.

Build self-confidence. The more you believe in your worth, the less rejection will affect you. Take small steps to push yourself outside your comfort zone and celebrate progress.

Surround yourself with supportive people. Positive, understanding friends can help you feel more secure and less afraid of rejection.

Overcoming the fear of rejection starts with shifting your mindset.

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Do you feel like rejection feels personal to you at times?

Understand yourself and those around you.

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Mental Health

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Problem Solving

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Love & Relationships

Fear of rejection 

Someone who says "If you can't keep friends as a grown ass adult, that's a you-problem, not an adulting problem" is likely more extroverted and may not fully understand the deeper dynamics that can affect friendships, especially for introverts or those going through personal growth.

Your problem?

Extroverts tend to place a higher value on social connections and may find it easier to make and maintain friendships. They might see not having friends as an individual issue, rather than considering the complexities of life, personal circumstances, or emotional growth that could affect someone's ability to form deep connections.

Extroverts

- As for being "not deep," it could be that the person is more focused on surface-level social interactions and might not understand or value the introspective, more nuanced aspects of friendships, like what an introvert or someone going through personal growth might experience.

Not deep

Sometimes it's not about personal failure, but the way people change, grow, or prefer solitude.

- It’s more about quality than quantity—some relationships just don’t serve us as we evolve.- it’s a bit more nuanced than just ‘your problem.’ We all go through different phases.

Friendship

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Is Your Problem Not Having Friends?

Do not waste your time in people who doesn't give shit about you. Do not waste your time in things or situations that don't serve your growth.

Your time is precious

Learn to focus on your goals, even if other don't believe in them.When you do, most of people going to leave you soon.

Not everyone will support your dream

Embrace it. Learn from it.Keep moving forward.Don't sympathize your shit, get up and move or die. Its your choice.

Failure is part of process

Take care of your mental, physical and emotional well being.Do not allow people to disturb you peace. If they do disturb(they don't give shit about you).Cut them loose.

Self-care is essential

Let go of things that are beyond your control.People change that is the trait. To be better. Focus on what you can change.

You can't control everything

Find a balance between personnel connection and self growth.

Relationship Matter, but so does your independence

No race, its journey. Take your time.

Its okay to not have everything figured out

Start managing money, saving and understanding financial independence early.

Financial literacy is the key

Do not settle for less than what your deserve in any area of life.Take risks.

Never settle

Don't let drama or negativity affect your mental peace.

Protect your peace

You are the average of the people you spend the most time with.

Surround yourself with people who inspire you

You already know this. It is a gentle reminder. 🛎  🛎 

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Be smart enough to realize this.  

We expect our minds to function at 100% all the time—absorbing content, making decisions, and staying productive. But your brain needs OFF time, just like your phone needs charging.🔥 Hard to Ignore Fact: Multitasking lowers productivity by 40% and raises stress hormones.

Your Brain Is Not a Machine. Stop Treating It Like One.

Social media, notifications, endless content—each gives you a tiny dopamine hit, keeping your brain restless and craving more. But this is draining your focus, memory, and happiness.🔥 Reality Check: Your brain is being trained to be impatient. Scrolling rewires it for short-term pleasure, making deep work and real conversations harder.

Dopamine Overload: Your Brain Is Addicted to the Next Hit

The ability to focus is the new superpower.

That feeling of being too tired to do anything but too restless to relax? That’s burnout, not laziness. Society glorifies being busy, making us feel guilty for resting.🔥 Truth Bomb: Resting doesn’t make you weak. It makes you smarter, more creative, and more productive in the long run.

Mental Burnout Feels Like Laziness. It’s Not.

When stress hits, your brain goes into fight-or-flight mode. The secret to stopping it? Your breath.🔥 Scientifically Proven: Slow, deep breathing triggers the vagus nerve, switching your body from stress mode to calm mode instantly.

The Fastest Way to Calm an Anxious Mind

We’re obsessed with hustle culture, but creativity and problem-solving happen in the quiet moments. Your best ideas come when you’re showering, walking, or daydreaming.🔥 Truth: Your brain needs boredom to process information, make connections, and come up with breakthroughs.

Why Doing Nothing Is the Most Productive Thing You Can Do

Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.

You wake up exhausted not because you didn't sleep, but because your mind never actually rested. Overthinking, stress, and screen exposure before bed keep your brain in high-alert mode.🔥 Fact: Blue light from screens suppresses melatonin for up to 90 minutes, making deep sleep harder.⚡ Try This: The 30-Minute Rule: No screens 30 minutes before bed. Instead, read, stretch, or do absolutely nothing.

Why You're Tired Even After 8 Hours of Sleep

Your future depends on your dreams, so go to sleep.

Uncertainty is everywhere—news, economy, global events. The real superpower? Building inner stability when everything else is out of control.🔥 Key Mindset Shift: You don’t have to control everything. You just need to control your response.⚡ Try This: When overwhelmed, ask: "What is in my control right now?" Then focus only on that.

How to Be Mentally Strong When the World Feels Unstable

You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.

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How to Stay Sane in a World That Never Stops

I am living a period of my life where I am incredibly productive.Ideas flow, I meet deadlines, and projects move forward impressively fast. But I know this pattern well. It’s a familiar cycle that can spiral into burnout. The last time I felt this way, I gave up writing for a few months. And starting over and building a daily routine again was exhausting.

Living with Extreme Productivity

I don’t set boundaries — that’s the problem. I work until exhaustion takes over. I tell myself I love writing and my job — so why should I stop? But the truth is, stopping is the only way to move forward sustainably. If you refuse to slow down, burnout will catch up with you. And when it does, you will wish you had taken a break sooner.Yet burnout doesn’t always look the same , which is why it is so difficult to spot in time.

Setting Boundaries

Some people push themselves too hard, while others drown in overthinking. Some accept anything that comes their way, while others struggle to let go of control.Recognizing the type of burnout you’re experiencing is the first step in preventing it from taking over your life. So, let’s explore the seven types of burnout, what they look like, and how to address them.

Recognize Burnout

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You always put others first, even when it exhausts you. And you like it.You spend your time, energy, and emotional reserve on others. And when you finally think there’s time for a little bit of me-time, there’s nothing left.You might be the friend who always answers the phone at 2 a.m., the coworker who picks up extra shifts, or the family member who takes on responsibilities no one else wants. But you know what?

1 — The Overgiver (1)

It’s time to stop. Shut down your phone, grab your things, and go home. For once, leave those dishes for someone else to clean.Generosity is a virtue. But giving too much can lead to emotional depletion , resentment, and even health issues like chronic fatigue or anxiety.

1 — The Overgiver (2)

Set boundaries — that’s the solution. Helping others is admirable. I love it, you love it, everybody loves it — especially those counting on you. But it shouldn’t come at the expense of your well-being. Practice saying no more often and carve out time for yourself without guilt. There’s nothing wrong with some time alone. And you don’t have to turn your life upside down. Start small. Decline one unnecessary request this week and see how it goes.

Solution

Do you always push the limits and struggle to let go?Then, you are an overdoer. You take on too much and keep going, even if exhaustion sets in.Studies show that chronic overexertion increases cortisol levels, leading to high stress and decreased cognitive function. You may feel an initial rush of accomplishment. But eventually, your performance and mental health will suffer.You are not taking care of yourself enough. You sacrifice free time for one more task. In the long run, you might reach your goals sooner than others, but at what cost?

2 — The Overdoer

More self-care is the solution to a mind that wonders — like yours.You must understand that rest is not a weakness but a necessity. Then, you may <a href="https://cosmopolitanmindset.substack.com/p/unplug-and-reconnect-the-24-hour">schedule your breaks </a>like you would an important meeting.You might prioritize activities that recharge you. You might also consider integrating mindfulness or yoga into your daily routine to help signal to your brain that it’s okay to pause.But first, learn to love yourself. Commit to your well-being as much as you commit to your tasks. You can even treat it as one if it’s easier. But don’t neglect it, or you may regret it.

Congratulations — you evolved from an overdoer into something worse! Trust me, you don’t want to be this person.You chase perfection in everything (and that’s already a problem). Good enough never feels like enough, and you set impossible standards for yourself.

3 — The Overachiever (1)

Searching for perfection anywhere is too much stress. And it collapses as soon as you understand nothing will always be perfect. Yet, it might not even be your fault.Usually, overachievers grew up believing they were worth their accomplishments . So then, they struggle to stop striving. Research on perfectionism links them to increased anxiety, depression, and even cardiovascular problems.

3 — The Overachiever (2)

Embrace imperfection because perfectionism is a trap that leads to chronic stress.<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">I tried to obtain the perfect body by training even three hours a day.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">I tried writing perfect articles when I started on Medium.</li></ul>But there comes a moment when you burn out and realize perfection is not sustainable. So, you accept that mistakes are part of growth and learn to celebrate progress rather than perfection.Set a good enough bar for your projects and see how it impacts your stress levels. Prove me wrong if I am not telling the truth, but I bet you won’t.

Let’s admit it — you struggle with delegation. And you often feel overwhelmed.You believe things won’t be right unless you do them yourself. And I get you.The first time they promoted me to team leader, I made the same mistake. I wanted to do everything myself because I thought passing down the information would take me more time than doing it myself. But as a result, I became a bottleneck, and my team struggled.Unfortunately, micromanaging leads to burnout, not only for you but also for those around you. It damages relationships and workplace morale, so you have to take extra care of it.

4 — The Micromanager

Every good team works because of two things: trust and delegation. No one can do everything alone. And each member has its strengths and weaknesses. So, identify tasks you can delegate and remind yourself that done is better than perfect.Start small — delegate one task this week and resist the urge to correct it unnecessarily. Give people the freedom to fail and learn. They won’t fail twice, and you will have an easier life.

You want to help people — how noble . But who’s helping you? You might find it challenging to say no and often feel overwhelmed. But there’s nothing you can do — you fear disappointing others.Studies show that chronic people-pleasing links to increased stress levels and even digestive issues. You always try to meet others’ expectations. And as a result, your body remains in a constant state of tension.

5 — The People-Pleaser

Prioritization doesn’t only work with tasks — you must also use it in your life. Prioritize yourself and learn how to say no. Stop thinking it means you don’t care because it doesn’t. You are only protecting your well-being.Yet, you can’t wake up tomorrow and refuse everything that comes your way. It would be strange, and you probably couldn’t do it. So, start small and gradually become comfortable setting limits. Remind yourself that healthy relationships include mutual respect for boundaries.

You are ready to give up everything when you have high expectations.You struggle to disconnect and always think about what’s next. And there’s a self-worth mechanism deep inside your heart that yells that you might lose purpose if you stop working.I felt like this my whole life. I couldn’t stop studying, and I couldn’t stop working once I got a job. But I was about to risk the love of my life and realized there’s so much more beyond work.Research found a link between excessive work hours and heart disease, depression, and sleep disorders. So, you may want to stop before it’s too late.

6 — The Workaholic

Work-life balance has become a hot topic since most can work from home.Until these last years, that was unimaginable. And people didn’t have the right tools to separate work and personal life. But without clear boundaries, you might find yourself working at midnight.Make time for hobbies, relationships, and activities that bring joy beyond work. Succeeding in your job brings satisfaction, but there’s so much more to experience.Try a shutdown ritual at the end of each workday to create a clear mental separation between work and personal life. You can walk, read a book, or even drink hot tea.

Stop analyzing every possible outcome for every decision you might want to make. You can’t always be paralyzed by indecision, or you will never accomplish your goals.<a href="https://cosmopolitanmindset.substack.com/p/10-common-overthinking-mistakes">Overthinking is a problem </a>. Neuroscientific research shows how it activates the brain’s stress response , leading to increased anxiety and decreased problem-solving abilities.Do you want to spend your best years thinking about each possible outcome and maybe even get it wrong? Or is it better to try out as much as possible and find the success formula by doing?

7 — The Overthinker

Do you overthink? Practice mindfulness and stop for at least ten minutes. Overthinking drains your energy and creates unnecessary stress. But you can set time limits on decisions and focus on taking action rather than endless deliberation.Journaling or meditation can help create mental clarity. They can give you awareness of your thoughts running away freely so you can block them. And the faster you block an idea, the easier you can throw it away before it spirals into a vortex of problems.

These seven paragraphs can help you recognize which type of burnout you might suffer more often. Some are overthinkers, others are workaholics, or maybe even a mix.But whatever your burnout type, you must learn to recognize it. So you can prevent the exhaustion before it’s too late.This week, take a moment to reflect. Which type of burnout resonates most with you? Once you find it, pick one actionable step to prevent or manage it.Burnout doesn’t have to be inevitable — if you take control now, you can avoid hitting the braking point later.[<a href="https://cosmopolitanmindset.substack.com/p/burnout-comes-in-7">DOWNLOAD THE FREE INFOGRAPHIC</a>]

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Burnout Comes in 7 Forms — Which One is Draining You?

Taking care of your happiness doesn’t mean neglecting others—it means showing up as your best self.

Happiness is Not Selfish

You don’t need to achieve more or become someone else to deserve happiness. You are worthy of joy right now.

You Are Enough Just as You Are

No matter what you’ve been through, you still deserve peace, love, and happiness. Your struggles don’t make you unworthy.

Your Past Does Not Define You

True happiness isn’t found in external things—it’s built through self-love, gratitude, and inner peace.

Happiness Comes from Within

Happiness isn’t a reward for hard work or suffering. It’s a natural part of life that you are allowed to experience.

You Don’t Need to Earn Joy

If someone makes you feel unworthy of happiness, they don’t belong in your life. Surround yourself with people who uplift you.

Toxic People Don’t Get to Decide Your Joy

Prioritizing your happiness means valuing yourself enough to walk away from what no longer serves you.

Choosing Yourself is a Form of Self-Respect

You don’t need grand achievements to be happy. Find joy in simple things—sunsets, laughter, music, or quiet moments.

Small Moments Matter

Don’t wait for the perfect moment to be happy. Choose to find joy in the present, even in imperfect situations.

Happiness is a Choice, Not a Destination

You are not responsible for carrying others’ burdens at the cost of your own happiness. Your well-being matters too.

Let Go of Guilt

Happiness makes you a better person, a kinder friend, and a stronger soul. The world needs your light—don’t dim it.

You Are Meant to Shine

"You deserve happiness, not because of what you’ve done, but simply because you exist."

Why Your Happiness Matters and How to Prioritize It

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Longevity

You Deserve to Be Happy: Embracing Joy Without Guilt

<ul><li>The author emphasizes the importance of recognizing and elevating your personal energy, or "vibration," as it influences the experiences and people you attract into your life. </li><li>Our emotions and thoughts emit a certain energy or vibration that affects our reality. By maintaining a high vibration (positive mindset), we attract better experiences. </li><li>Example: If we dwell in negativity, we may unintentionally create more negative experiences. On the other hand, gratitude and joy raise our vibration, allowing us to experience more fulfillment. </li></ul>

1. Understanding Your Vibration

<ul><li>The book highlights the necessity of valuing yourself and not relying on external validation. The author advises focusing on your own perceptions rather than worrying about others' opinions.</li><li>Self-worth isn’t about arrogance but about knowing your value and setting boundaries to protect your emotional well-being. </li><li>Example: Instead of seeking external validation through social media likes or compliments, practice affirmations that reinforce your own sense of worth.</li></ul>

2. Prioritizing Self-Worth

<ul><li>The author discusses how childhood experiences shape our adult behaviors and beliefs, encouraging readers to reflect on their past to understand and heal present issues.</li><li>Many of our fears and limiting beliefs stem from childhood experiences, often shaped by caregivers, teachers, or early societal expectations. </li><li>Example: A child frequently criticized for making mistakes might grow up fearing failure, which could lead to avoiding risks in adulthood. Recognizing these patterns helps break the cycle.</li></ul>

3. Revisiting Childhood Influences

You can't change your past, but you can choose to make your future a lighter place. Here's the thing - it's your responsibility to heal yourself.

<ul><li>The author guides readers to recognize beliefs that hinder personal growth and provides strategies to transform these limitations into empowering thoughts. </li><li>Beliefs like “I’m not good enough” or “Success is only for certain people” limit potential. King encourages questioning the origins of such thoughts. </li><li>Example: A person who believes they’re bad at relationships because of past failures can reframe their thinking by acknowledging lessons learned instead of internalizing mistakes.</li></ul>

4. Identifying and Challenging Limiting Beliefs

<ul><li>The author advocates for mindfulness and meditation as essential tools for achieving mental clarity and emotional balance, offering practical exercises to incorporate these practices into daily life.</li><li>Mindfulness helps anchor us in the present moment, reducing anxiety about the future or regrets from the past. </li><li>Example: A simple mindfulness exercise involves focusing on your breath for a few minutes, noticing sensations in the body, and bringing awareness to the present instead of getting lost in thoughts.</li></ul>

5. Embracing Mindfulness and Meditation

<ul><li>The book emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and letting go of past traumas to facilitate healing and prevent them from dictating current behaviors. </li><li>Traumas don’t just disappear with time - they need to be consciously addressed and processed to avoid them affecting future behavior. </li><li>Example: Someone with childhood abandonment issues might develop an anxious attachment style in relationships. Understanding this pattern allows them to work on creating secure connections. </li></ul>

6. Releasing Past Traumas

Those who attempt to belittle us reveal more about their own character and perception of the world than ours. Those who want to hurt the world outside of them must contain hurt in their inner world. You can only give what you have - literally and energetically.

<ul><li>The author underscores that forgiveness is a personal journey aimed at freeing oneself from resentment, rather than condoning past wrongs.</li><li>Forgiveness is about releasing resentment, not excusing harmful actions. Holding onto grudges only prolongs emotional suffering. </li><li>Example: Writing a letter to someone who hurt you - without sending it - can help release pent-up emotions and foster inner peace. </li></ul>

7. Practicing Forgiveness

<ul><li>The author stresses the significance of surrounding oneself with supportive individuals and creating safe spaces that foster emotional well-being.</li><li>The people we surround ourselves with influence our mindset and emotional health. The author suggests consciously choosing relationships and connections that uplift and support growth. </li><li>Example: If a friend constantly drains your energy with negativity, it may be time to set boundaries or distance yourself for your well-being.</li></ul>

8. Cultivating a Supportive Environment

<ul><li>The author discusses building resilience through consistent self-care practices, enabling individuals to navigate challenges more effectively.</li><li>Life’s challenges are inevitable, but resilience helps us bounce back instead of being defined by hardships. </li><li>Example: When facing failure, instead of saying “I’m not good at this,” reframe it as “This is a learning experience, and I will improve with practice.”</li></ul>

9. Developing Resilience

<ul><li>The book encourages an ongoing commitment to personal development, emphasizing that healing is a continuous journey requiring dedication and adaptability.</li><li>Healing is not a one-time event but a lifelong journey of self-improvement and self-awareness. </li><li>Example: Keeping a journal to track emotional patterns, progress, and new insights can serve as a personal growth tool.</li></ul>

10. Committing to Continuous Growth

Trauma feeds the fearful, wounded aspect of the ego and drives us to make decisions based on that pain. In contrast, when intuition guides our decisions and communication, we act from a place of love and steadiness.

This is a self-help book focused on emotional healing, personal growth, and inner peace. It provides practical tools, spiritual insights, and psychological techniques to help readers overcome past trauma, release negative energy, and build a more positive mindset.

Achieve genuine inner healing, let go of past trauma and find clarity, resilience and freedom with #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Vex King.   Vex King developed inner healing techniques to help him find freedom from his troubled past and heal his emotional pain and trauma. Since then he’s helped hundreds of thousands of people to move forward on their own healing journey. In this book, Vex provides an experience of healing through the layers of the self using yogic principles and unique practices. These techniques are simple, accessible and have the power to produce exceptional results. They include:   ·   Working with your body’s energy ·   Exploring and raising your inner vibration  ·   Creating positive relationships  ·   Exploring your personal history and rewriting limiting beliefs  ·   Uncovering your true self and reigniting your fire Taking charge of your inner healing is one of the greatest acts of self-love. By committing to this process and raising your vibration – the energy that courses through you and you radiate out into the world – you’ll create space to welcome more joyful experiences into your life.

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Vex King is an accomplished writer whose work has resonated with readers around the world. Vex King has published several books that explore a range of topics, from fiction to nonfiction, and has received critical acclaim for the ability to weave compelling narratives. Vex King's writing style is known for its depth and authenticity, and has earned quite a loyal following of readers.

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Healing Is the New High

Falling in love is a great start, but it’s just the beginning. The excitement and energy come from a rush of brain chemicals, pushing us to connect. But this feeling doesn’t last forever. Real love is what comes after the effort, understanding, and deep connection that grow over time. If we keep chasing the high of new love, we risk missing out on something lasting. Love isn’t just the cocktail; it’s the full meal, and that takes time to build.

What does it mean in terms of long-term happiness ?

When the initial bliss fades, differences emerge, and doubts may follow. What once felt perfect now seems uncertain. But this isn’t a sign that love is gone—it’s the next step. This is where real love begins, moving beyond the excitement of new romance to the deeper work of understanding, accepting, and growing together.

What does it mean when the feeling goes away?

Love isn’t just something we find—it’s something we learn and practice. It’s not always easy. Sometimes it feels like patience when plans change or generosity when things don’t go our way. Loving relationships come with hard conversations and tough emotions like hurt, anger, and fear. These moments can push us apart, but learning to love means pausing before reacting and turning challenges into growth.

Building Love

Mindfulness helps us pause before reacting, creating space between our emotions and our responses. Instead of acting out of fear or anger, we choose to protect our connection. Love in these moments is a mix of anxiety, determination, and hope the struggle between closing off and staying open.

Mindfulness And Love

In difficult moments, we can stay open to connection by finding the feeling of compassion for ourselves and our partners. Compassion doesn’t mean that everything is okay or that you ignore the difficulties. Compassion means that you recognize that love inevitably includes these moments of tension and hurt. You feel loving acceptance of your own and your partner’s limitations

Love Feels Like Compassion

Love requires discipline and commitment. It’s not just about feeling love, but consistently choosing to act with compassion, even when you feel like reacting negatively. Over time, this effort helps you stay grounded in tough emotional moments. Instead of being tossed by feelings, you learn to steady yourself and move forward, just like learning to sail through a storm.

Love Feels Like Discipline and Commitment

So, does loving and learning to love always feel hard? Not at all. Sometimes it feels like a great relief when you have successfully navigated a difficult set of emotional rapids without capsizing the boat. It can feel triumphant, deeply satisfying, comforting, and secure. It can feel like being on solid ground. It feels like the joy of learning. It feels like the security and trust of finding yourself with a teammate for this adventure of learning to love.

The Joy of Learning to Love

What does the feeling of being in love mean? And what does it mean when the feeling goes away?

Decoding the Confusing Feelings of Love

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Is Your Problem Not Having Friends?

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How to Stay Sane in a World That Never Stops

Burnout Comes in 7 Forms — Which One is Draining You?

You Deserve to Be Happy: Embracing Joy Without Guilt

Healing Is the New High

Decoding the Confusing Feelings of Love

Good Things Don’t Last Forever: Embracing Life’s Impermanence

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Fear of rejection

Is Your Problem Not Having Friends?

Be smart enough to realize this.

How to Stay Sane in a World That Never Stops

Burnout Comes in 7 Forms — Which One is Draining You?

You Deserve to Be Happy: Embracing Joy Without Guilt

Healing Is the New High

Decoding the Confusing Feelings of Love

Good Things Don’t Last Forever: Embracing Life’s Impermanence

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