By Eleanor Beeslaar, HRI Graduate Assistant Because experiencing rejection can often hurt our self-esteem, it’s important to be intentional about building ourselves up and increasing our sense of self-worth. We encourage you to reflect on the things that you love
Challenge Self-Blame & Criticism
By Eleanor Beeslaar, HRI Graduate Assistant When we experience rejection, it is easy to fall into a pattern of self-blame and criticism. We may question whether we did something wrong or think that it was our fault that we were
Allow Yourself to Feel
By Eleanor Beeslaar, HRI Graduate Assistant An important part of healing from rejection is allowing yourself to feel and express the emotional pain that often goes hand in hand with rejection. Acknowledging your pain instead of holding it in and
Healing From Rejection: Series Introduction
By Eleanor Beeslaar, HRI Graduate Assistant Rejection is a common, yet painful experience, and it can occur in many different types of relationships and settings. You may have experienced rejection in romantic relationships, friendships, family relationships, or potentially at work.
Affirming Words
The words we use to communicate with one another are important, especially when speaking to children. Be intentional about using words of affirmation with your kids! Words of affirmation can help them build their self-esteem and strengthen your relationship.
Respect & Dignity
You are worthy of respect and dignity in your relationships!
Today is a Wonderful Day
Today is a new day. Take a moment to pause and find gratitude for the beauty of life. Today is an opportunity to love yourself, to love your friends and family, and to love your life.
What are you grateful for?
The HRI team wishes you a happy, healthy, and safe Thanksgiving! As our Finding Gratitude Amidst Holiday Chaos series comes to an end, we encourage you to reflect on the things and people in your life that you are grateful
Finding Gratitude: Be Grateful for You
When we think about gratitude, we often focus on noticing and expressing gratitude for others. While this is important and can help us build stronger relationships with our loved ones, it’s also important for us to feel grateful for ourselves!
Finding Gratitude: Let Go of Expectations
The holidays are often filled with unrealistic expectations that can lead to added stress and leave us feeling overwhelmed. We are flooded with advertisements of the perfect holiday decorations and meals on social media platforms, websites, and other media outlets.