Rejection

"Be who you are and say what you feel. Because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind" - Dr Seuss

Ahh rejection... One way or another, we've all been there.

On the Mat

The teacher queues an asana which you are positive you can do - but surprise, you're not quite ready and fall flat on your face.

How do you react when this happens?

This is what matters - your reaction, not the asana you are striving to achieve.

The next time an unfamiliar asana is included in your practice - give it a shot. Try.

But let go of any expectations.

Accept + love whatever happens - without judgement. 

Off the Mat

Rejection can be hidden around many different corners in life.

As heartbreaking as rejection may be, stay strong.

Believe there are better things ahead.

Because, there are.

My Experience

I was recently rejected for a dream job of mine. After receiving the news, I immediately felt a shift in my energy and couldn't stop frowning.

I ran my errands and a cashier commented on my splint (I recently fractured my wrist). I laughed as I shared the story of my clumsiness and he said 'now don't you stop smiling'.

I paused as I realized - how rejection affects me, is completely up to me. I can choose to pout and think of all the things I could have done, or, I can move on to the next opportunity.

Something to Remember

In times of rejection - or every single day for that matter - bring your awareness to gratitude. 

Simply being alive - breathing, moving - is a gift itself.

And as a wise cashier once told me,  always keep smiling.

xx