THE POWER OF REJECTION

Conversation - B1-B2 | Intermediate Level

8 $

Mar. 01 Sun , 10:00 USA

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Description

In this intermediate lesson, you will explore the concept of rejection therapy and reflect on your own experiences with rejection in both personal and professional life. You will discuss emotional reactions, cultural attitudes, and practical benefits of facing rejection more often. The goal is to build confidence, resilience, and a healthier mindset toward failure and “no.”

Session Activities

1: On a scale of 0–10, how hard do you take rejection? Why?

2: Do you usually avoid situations where you might be rejected?

3: Which is harder for you: rejecting someone or being rejected?

1: What are the top three emotions you feel when you are rejected?

2: Do you think rejection builds character or damages confidence?

3: What benefits could come from being rejected more often?

4: Is it easier for you to talk about rejection with close friends or with strangers? Why?

5: When you get rejected, do you usually accept it immediately, or do you ask for feedback? Which approach do you think is better?

6: Do you think doing a “rejection challenge” would be easier in a foreign country or in your home country? Why?

7: In your culture, is rejection seen as shameful or normal?

8: If you tried rejection therapy for 30 days, what kind of requests would you make?

Thick skin

ability to handle criticism well

Put yourself out there

take a social or emotional risk

Fear of failure

anxiety about not succeeding

Desensitization

becoming less sensitive to something over time

Emotional resilience

the ability to manage emotional setbacks

Resilience

the ability to recover quickly from difficulties