Gay Men Going Deeper

Rejection Sensitivity

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Why do so many gay men struggle with deep fears of rejection—whether in dating, friendships, or even at work? In this episode, we’re unpacking rejection sensitivity: where it comes from, how it shows up in everyday life, and why it can feel so intense for us.

Some of the topics we cover:

  • The early roots of rejection sensitivity (hint: it starts young)
  • How social norms, internalized homophobia, and shame wire us for hypervigilance
  • The impact of dating app culture and body-focused rejection
  • Signs you might be stuck in a rejection sensitivity loop
  • Practical ways to heal and build resilience

    • If you’ve ever felt crushed by criticism, avoided risks to protect yourself, or wrestled with feelings of “never enough,” this one’s for you.

    Related Episodes:

    • Rejection
    • Fear of Rejection

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      • Michael DiIorio
      • Matt Landsiedel
      • Reno Johnston

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