Redirection

Sometimes we get rejected.

Whether it is getting turned down for a new job, getting stood up on a date or not getting something else that we want, getting rejected can feel painful.

Although it feels painful, getting rejected is often a positive development.

When we go down one path, we have less time for others. And since we have a limited amount of time, attention and energy before we die, when we choose one direction, we say no to many others, either directly or implicitly.

As Bryant McGill says, “Rejection is merely a redirection; a course correction to your destiny.”

In running and in life, when one path gets blocked, it simply means that we have opportunities for other paths.

3 ways to consider redirection.

1. Is this what I want? Am I doing this because I like where I am headed or because I am supposed to go in this direction? Rejection can help us to take a step back and consider a new path.

2. What could I do with more time? Time is precious. Reframing rejection as a gift of future time and energy can make it feel less painful.

3. Detours often lead to the best destinations: Rarely is our journey a straight line. By taking the scenic route, we are more likely to get to a better destination. We will also have more fun along the way.

Thanks for reading. Let’s have a great week!