It’s commencement season, where friends and family gather to celebrate those that just graduated.

While one chapter of these student’s lives has concluded, another is about to begin. Over the past several weeks, many parents have received information as to which preschool, elementary, middle, high school, or college their children will attend this upcoming fall. Given the frantically competitive nature of both students and parents to land coveted spots at our nation’s most elite institutions, more than a few will be disappointed.

Rejection always hurts. It can sting with the force of a hornet’s nest. Many people internalize rejection, assuming they are less than capable. We may amplify insecurity to such a degree that we conclude the outcome will be nothing short of devastating.

It’s im

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