Overcome Rejection 2nd of 2: Before
Consider It is impossible to discourage real writers. They don’t give a damn what you say. They’re going to write. – Sinclair Lewis Wordsmith Stars Overcoming Rejection Part 1 explored situations authors have faced with finished manuscripts, but having a story [or goal or idea or plan] refused after it’s developed is one thing. What about before starting? Psychology Today reported, The fear of rejection is one of our deepest human fears. Biologically wired with a longing to belong, we fear being seen in a critical way. We’re anxious about the prospect of being cut off, demeaned, or isolated. We fear being alone. We dread change. The depth and flavor of fear varies for each individual, although there are common elements at play. If we’re willing to look, what is our actual felt experience of rejection? What are we really afraid of? Read more Calm Sage offers these cures for fear of rejection, Engage in positive self talk Know that rejection does not define you Be kind to yourself More Nobel prize winning author Toni Morrison said, “If there’s a book that you want to read, but it hasn’t been written yet, then you must write it.” The same for any, marvelous hope or dream. But if, for the moment, ambitions feel thwarted, here are resources that can fortify, Succeed and Soar has examined F.E.A.R. a few times, including the January 16, 2021 post “False Evidence Appearing Real” and the March 21, 2020 post, “Face Everything And Rise.” 7 Authors Speak of Rejection as an Enormous Part of Writers Lives 50 Iconic Writers Who were Repeatedly Rejected 10 Reasons Why Novels Are Rejected Serenity Prayer Succeed and Soar! Shop Sandra’s Art on Stickers As well as tote bags, tee shirts, journals, puzzles, phone cases, ornaments, face masks, towels, blankets, cups, pillows, shower curtains and more. The high quality and unique Onesies produced by Fine Art America: Vinyl in sizes: 2×2, 3×3, 4×4, 6×6 Kiss-cut w 1/8” border Available with transparent or white background Adhesive back clings to smooth surfaces, easy to remove Adhesive backing with plenty of stickiness Clings to any smooth surface yet easy to remove Priced from $3.50 to $9.20 CUSTOMIZE. Use tools with item to: Enlarge, reduce size of art Change placement of art and text Buy Stickers Here Shop All Art and Collections HERE. Thanks for your support!