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4 Thrilling Lessons From Four Quick Rejections in Two Days
What you can learn from my 4–4–2
“You know what, I would love to hang out with you someday, but I’m currently dealing with some issues right now.” I nodded meekly, trying to force a weak smile on my face.
A girl I was asking out on a date just landed some gentle blows of rejection. They stung very much, as I recall.
It was, therefore, a familiar feeling when I received four straight rejections from three publications. All this happened in the space of 48 hours. Two came from one publication, and the other two shared the spoils.
The beauty of it all is that I have taken it on the chin. Hey, I gave myself a shot.
I quickly made a mental note of four quick lessons I could share with the world. I know it would help someone, only I don’t know who, or how. So let’s get on with it, shall we?
Lesson 1: Rejections are part of the process
Life would be boring without some missed shots. Can you imagine watching a soccer game where every attack results in a goal? Or a basketball game where every shot attempted is a swish? How would that feel on the eyes?
