Lead with Levity

Ep. 118 Navigating Rejection and Building Resilience

In this episode, Dr. Leslie Becker-Phelps discusses her book “Bouncing Back from Rejection” and shares valuable insights on how to become resilient in connecting with and understanding others as well as ourselves. 

Join us as we dive deep into the topic and explore the importance of compassionate self-awareness. Whether you’re struggling with rejection or want to help young people in your life navigate through it, this episode offers practical tools and advice. 

Don’t forget to check out Dr. Becker-Phelps’ YouTube channel for a playlist on bouncing back from rejection. Get ready to change your narrative and embrace personal growth!

Here are three key takeaways from this episode that I think you’ll find incredibly valuable:

Compassionate Self-Awareness: Dr. Becker-Phelps emphasizes the importance of getting to know ourselves in a compassionate way. Instead of being critical, we should aim to understand ourselves better and use that knowledge to lead a full and healthy life.

Reflection and Growth: As we approach the end of the year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the past and set intentions for the future. Take the opportunity to think about how you’ve responded to rejection in the past and consider how you want to show up differently in the coming year. 

Mentalizing Others: Dr. Becker-Phelps suggests practicing mentalizing, which is the act of understanding and empathizing with others. By putting ourselves in their shoes, we can improve our interactions and relationships. 

I hope these takeaways pique your interest and inspire you to listen to this insightful episode. Rejection is a natural part of the human experience, and learning how to bounce back from it can truly transform our lives. 

So grab your headphones and tune in to this thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Leslie Becker-Phelps. You won’t want to miss it! 

As always, I’d love to hear your thoughts and insights after listening. Feel free to leave a comment or send me a message. Let’s keep the conversation going! 

Happy listening and here’s to bouncing back from rejection!


About Dr. Leslie Becker-Phelps