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Why Does Rejection Hurt So Much — The Body’s Oldest Alarm (Part 2)

17/10/2026 by Kam Su Jin
Illustration of a woman with a hand to her chest at night, showing why does rejection hurt so much.
This entry is part 2 of 7 in the series Rejection Sensitivity — Understanding the Pattern — General

Why does rejection hurt so much it feels physical? The pain comes from an old survival system — and understanding why can help loosen its grip.

Categories K-Saju General Tags self-awareness, nervous system, emotional pain, rejection Leave a comment
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