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    How Can You Embrace Rejection to Find Success?

    To embrace rejection and find success, you must get past your ego and fears of failure, understanding that 'Yes' often lives in the 'Land of No.' This means actively choosing gratitude, curiosity, and faith when faced with setbacks, and continuing to do the work. For example, an artist learned this when a project rejection led to self-doubt, while another celebrated rejection letters for his novel, knowing each 'no' brought him closer to a 'yes.' Your response to rejection determines your path forward, so don't be afraid to play in the Land of No, as this is where Yes will ultimately find you. Written by Crista Cloutier, artist mentor + founder of The Working Artist. (learn more about Crista here)
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    October 18, 2022
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