Just going to toss this out there because I know some of you are dealing with the devil that is rejection. Rejection sucks! It comes packaged in many forms and is delivered in a variety of ways. It can be kind and gentle or blatant and soul twisting.
Being a creative person, rejection is part of my everyday existence. People are full of opinions and often their opinions do not align with my vision or objective. They don’t understand or appreciate what I am trying to do so hence, it is rejected.
Rejection does not mean that you are a failure! No, no thank you, not at this time, not quite what we were looking for, maybe next time, are all just a word. No's do not have to have the permanency that is often associated with them. Just because someone tells you no, it does not mean you have absorb it. Learn how to let all the no's strengthen your ability to tell yourself yes! If others don’t want to support you, you progress forward anyway. Many of the greatest minds in science, art, music, design, architecture, and business were all rejected. They were laughed at and ridiculed for daring to do, prove, or be something different. What made them memorable and great was their ability to continue believing. They continued pushing forward and worked towards what they believed was something great and worthwhile.
So, if you have been rejected or are feeling discourage I implore you to be strong and carry on. If there is a way, find it! If there is no way, make one!
Today’s Motivation:
The future rewards those who press on. I don’t have time to feel sorry for myself. I don’t have time to complain. I am going to press on.
~ Barack Obama