OVERCOMING SOCIAL REJECTION WITH GRATITUDE

After a day filled with bliss and only faint traces of pain, I found myself triggered by a memory of past rejection. However, the daily exercises and the incredible support from the 4D University community allowed me to quickly recover from this setback.

A few years ago, I faced rejection from someone I considered my best friend. The experience left me with a mix of sadness, anger, and fear of being shut out. Although I knew deep down it was my fault, I couldn't help but blame him and remind myself of his faults (which, in truth, were also mine) to justify my judgments towards him.

Today, while scrolling through social media, I came across his account and felt a pang of jealousy seeing his success. But then, I remembered a piece of advice from a dear friend in 4D University to "stay the course," and I was back on track.

Having oscillated between lessons of 4D University, I was able to quickly acknowledge the catalyst and observe it without attachment. I contemplated the origins of the distortion and realized that the problem lay in my inability to empathize with my friend's feelings when I offended him (repeatedly). It dawned on me that I was the one who had shut him out first.

This realization brought a sense of relief. Now, I feel grateful for the opportunity this situation provided for learning and for the time I had to meditate on it.

I've learned to listen deeply from the heart, communicate beyond words, be open to the feelings and perspectives of others, speak with love and understanding, and embody patience and forgiveness. This journey of overcoming social rejection with gratitude has been a transformative experience, teaching me the importance of empathy and self-awareness in nurturing relationships.