For most people, criticism or rejection stings, but the feeling eventually fades. For others, a perceived slight can trigger an emotional reaction so overwhelming it feels like a physical blow. This ...

People who have rejection sensitivity may experience anger, shame or shut down emotionally when they’re criticised or feel like they’ve been criticised.

Growing a thick skin may promote personal growth. People sensitive to criticism have a hard time accepting feedback. However, taking in criticism can indicate your openness to self-improvement and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about relationships, personality, and everyday psychology. A delayed response, a subtle shift in tone or a passing comment ...

For some people, perceived criticism can be overwhelming. Credit...Vanessa Saba Supported by By Christina Caron Imagine a nail jabbing at a shiny blue balloon. Pop! That’s what rejection can feel like ...

Victoria Barclay-Timmis is a clinical psychologist and works in private practice. Imagine your friend hasn’t replied to a message in a few hours. Most people might think, “they are probably just busy” ...

College football fanbases care deeply about their teams. That passion can turn into pride, anger, or frustration very fast. Some groups take losses in stride. Others react strongly to criticism, bad ...