Rejection sensitivity involves the brain and body going into overdrive at hints of exclusion or disapproval, producing anxiety, shame, anger, or sudden drops in self-worth. It can be triggered by situations such as not being invited, delayed replies, or lack of eye contact, which may or may not reflect actual rejection. The pattern is not a formal diagnosis but can be psychologically challenging and exhausting. Online discourse has increased use of vague psychological terms, sometimes leading to over-pathologizing ordinary emotions and everyday discomfort. Tracking feelings and patterns before dismissing or rewriting experiences can help address these cycles.
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