In exclusive interviews, bestselling authors like Tina Wells, Kristen Butler, Jason VanRuler, and Neil Patel share how they navigated the toughest periods of th...
Psychologist Guy Winch: How To Heal A Broken Heart
Why does heartbreak hurt so much? According to psychologist and bestselling author Guy Winch, it’s not just emotional—it’s biological. Heartbreak hijacks your brain like an addiction, making it one of the most painful experiences a person can endure. In this episode, Guy breaks down the science of heartbreak, the biggest mistakes people make when trying to move on, and why heartbreak needs a mourning ritual—just like grief. If you’ve ever struggled to let go, this episode is for you.Website:https://www.guywinch.comGuy’s TED Talks:https://www.ted.com/speakers/guy_winchGuy’s Books:📕How to Fix a Broken Hearthttps://www.amazon.com/dp/1501120123📕Emotional First Aid: Healing Rejection, Guilt, Failure, and Other Everyday Hurtshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/0142181072📕The Squeaky Wheel: Complaining the Right Way to Get Results, Improve Your Relationships, and Enhance Self-Esteemhttps://www.amazon.com/The-Squeaky-Wheel-Guy-Winch-Ph-D-audiobook/dp/B004INR2VU/Listen to Guy’s PodcastDear Therapists:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dear-therapists-with-lori-gottlieb-and-guy-winch/id1523340696Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Guy Winch03:32 Heartbreak as the Ultimate Rejection09:45 Why Heartbreak Feels Like Drug Withdrawal14:20 The Science Behind Rejection and Emotional Pain19:05 The Mistakes People Make When Healing from Heartbreak24:40 Why Social Media Stalking Makes It Worse30:15 The Importance of a Mourning Ritual for Heartbreak37:00 How to Stop Idealizing Your Ex42:18 Replacement Strategies—The Healthy Way to Move On48:30 Rebuilding Rejection Resilience and Dating Again🎧 Listen to the full episode to learn how to heal a broken heart and move forward with resilience!
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ADHD Expert: Meredith Carder On RSD and Why ADHDers Struggle With Rejection
Meredith Carder is a trailblazing ADHD coach, author, and advocate who knows firsthand the challenges of navigating life with ADHD. From the weight of rejection to the struggle of masking, Meredith has been there—and now she’s helping others rewrite their stories. As the author of It All Makes Sense Now: Embrace Your ADHD Brain to Live a Creative and Colorful Life, she’s a powerful voice for adults learning to thrive with neurodivergence.
In this episode, Meredith takes us inside the ADHD brain, breaking down the emotional toll of Rejection-Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), the burnout of perfectionism, and the dopamine-fueled trap of people-pleasing. She shares her personal experiences and actionable strategies for managing emotional dysregulation, finding authenticity, and staying motivated for the long haul.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hummingbird_adhd
It All Makes Sense Now: Embrace Your ADHD Brain to Live a Creative and Colorful Lifehttps://www.amazon.com/All-Makes-Sense-Now-Creative/dp/1401977030
Meredith’s Website:https://www.meredithcarder.com
Meredith’s Substack:https://meredithcarder.substack.com
00:00 Introduction to Meredith and Her ADHD Journey06:10 Childhood Rejection and Its Long-Term Impact12:30 Masking and the Struggle to Fit In19:05 Understanding Rejection-Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD)26:40 People-Pleasing and Why ADHDers Struggle to Say No33:15 Perfectionism and the “Lazy Perfectionist” ADHD Myth40:10 Managing Emotional Dysregulation in Rejection46:55 Staying Committed to Long-Term Goals as an ADHDer53:20 Rewiring the Brain Through Sharing Wins
🎧 Listen to the full episode to learn how Meredith Carder helps ADHDers navigate rejection and embrace their unique strengths!
Order Meredith’s Book:Learn More About Meredith:Follow Meredith Online:Chapters
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Grant Faulkner: The Brain Science of Rejection & How to Beat the Odds
Grant Faulkner is a creative leader, prolific author, and the former Executive Director of National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). He’s seen rejection from every angle—both as an author and as someone who supports a global community of creators. With books like Pep Talks for Writers: 52 Insights and Actions to Boost Your Creative Mojo and The Art of Brevity: Crafting the Very Short Story, Grant has helped thousands of writers navigate rejection, build resilience, and discover the power of their creative voice.
Grant has done extensive research on the topic of rejection for writers as part of his latest book, which is currently in the querying stage. From exploring the science of how rejection impacts the brain to celebrating rejection as a badge of honor, Grant shares groundbreaking strategies to turn failure into fuel.
Order Grant’s Books
Pep Talks for Writers: 52 Insights and Actions to Boost Your Creative Mojo
The Art of Brevity: Crafting the Very Short Story
Learn More About Grant:
Grant’s Website:https://grantfaulkner.com
Grant’s Substack: https://grantfaulkner.substack.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grantfaulkner
00:00 Rejection as a Primal Experience06:35 How Rejection Hijacks Your Brain12:18 The 100 Rejections Challenge18:42 Transforming Envy into Motivation24:10 The Emotional Hangover of Vulnerability29:27 The Ripple Effect of Positivity34:52 Researching Rejection for Writers41:05 Building Resilience in a Creative Community47:18 Practical Strategies for Reframing Rejection
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Book Deal Veteran: The Long Game—Secrets To Thriving Before And AFTER The Book Deal
Courtney Maum is an accomplished author, writing coach, and publishing industry insider who’s been through it all—devastating rejections, canceled book deals, and the highs and lows of a 15-year career. She’s the author of Before and After the Book Deal: A Writer’s Guide to Finishing, Publishing, Promoting, and Surviving Your First Book and a champion for writers navigating the tricky waters of the publishing world.
For anyone listening, you can order a copy of "Before And After The Book Deal" here: https://books.catapult.co/books/before-and-after-the-book-deal/
Subscribe to Courtney’s Substack: Before And After The Book Deal
https://courtneymaum.substack.com/
To find out more about Courtney Maum, her book, coaching, writing retreats and classes, visit: https://www.courtneymaum.com/
Follow Courtney on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbmaum
Chapters
00:00 The Early Memories of Rejection
05:53 Navigating the Publishing World
11:51 The Long Game in Writing
17:53 The Impact of Current Events on Publishing
23:57 The Importance of Patience in Writing
36:16 Creative Promotion Strategies for Authors
44:29 Maintaining a Positive Attitude in Adversity
53:27 Understanding Rejection: The Rejection Hierarchy
58:32 Transforming Hardships into Strengths
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Generational Healer: Breaking the Chains of Family Conditioning
This episode features EbonyJanice Moore, an activist, author, and thought leader, as she delves into her journey of overcoming rejection, breaking generational cycles, and reclaiming softness as a revolutionary act. EbonyJanice discusses her childhood experiences, personal revelations, and professional successes, offering deep insights into healing, growth, and liberation.
Chapters:
00:01 - Welcome & Introduction
03:10 - Childhood Rejection: The Kickball Memory
03:34 - The Role of Colorism in Family Dynamics
12:08 - Reclaiming Body Autonomy: A Personal Revelation
17:38 - Coming Out Theologically and Spiritually
23:44 - The Greatest Grief: Living Inauthentically
29:38 - Breaking Generational Cycles: A Family's Evolution
37:49 - Reimagining Softness for Black Women
43:25 - The Rejection of Rest: A Systemic Issue
47:45 - The Story of the Ham: Inherited Beliefs and Change
50:31 - Generational Revelations: Learning from the Next Generation
1:00:43 - Professional Rejections: A Journey Through Self-Publishing
1:07:33 - MySpace Author to Bestselling Author
1:11:42 - Advice for Growing a Podcast
1:13:41 - Closing Reflections
Links & Resources:
EbonyJanice’s Website: www.ebonyjanice.com
Her Book: All the Black Girls Are Activists
Purchase here: www.ebonyjanice.com/alltheblackgirlsareactivists
Instagram: @EbonyJanice
In exclusive interviews, bestselling authors like Tina Wells, Kristen Butler, Jason VanRuler, and Neil Patel share how they navigated the toughest periods of their personal and professional lives, and how this shaped the success they now experience today.
Studies show that the stories we tell ourselves about rejection influence whether these failures fuel our ambition and propel us forward, or stifle our growth and hold us back.
If your rejection story is holding you back, it is time for a reframe.