Being Picked Last - January 15, 2026

Few experiences sting quite like being picked last. Whether it was for a team on the playground, a group project in school, or feeling overlooked for a promotion at work, the message feels the same: you are not wanted. The feeling of being left on the sidelines while others are chosen can leave a deep wound, making us question our value and worth. It’s a lonely feeling that can follow us long after the moment has passed.