Why Rejection Hurts So Much — And How to Cope

Why Rejection Hurts So Much — And How to Cope

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As summer winds down, some people are celebrating the approach of fall, while others are dreading the shorter, colder days. We know that weather can affect our mood — maybe we're extra irritable when it's hot, or gloomy when it's gray — but it can also influence our overall healt ...  Show more

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