EP 276 — What to Do When Your Friends Leave You Out of Plans

from And How Does That Make You Feel? · host Jack Heyworth

Send us Fan MailWhy does being left out hurt so much — even as an adult? In this episode, we unpack the psychology of exclusion, rejection, and belonging, and why your brain can spiral so quickly after seeing plans you weren’t included in. Learn how to separate facts from assumptions, stop catastrophising social situations, recognise the difference between occasional exclusion and unhealthy friendship patterns, and respond in a way that protects both your self-worth and your relationships. A deeply honest episode for anyone who’s ever felt forgotten, unwanted, or left behind socially.

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Send us Fan Mail Why does being left out hurt so much — even as an adult? In this episode, we unpack the psychology of exclusion, rejection, and belonging, and why your brain can spiral so quickly after seeing plans you weren’t included in. Learn how to separate facts from assumptions, stop catastrophising social situations, recognise the difference between occasional exclusion and unhealthy friendship patterns, and respond in a way that protects both your self-worth and your relationships. A...

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