I reward myself for getting rejected - The #1 Rejection App Co-Founder Explains why
The Power of Rejection: How Maureen Evelyn's Journey Inspired the Creation of Rejecto
Rejection is something we all face at some point in life, and yet, it’s often something we try to avoid at all costs. Whether it’s the fear of being told “no” in a professional setting, or the anxiety around rejection in our personal lives, it can feel overwhelming. But what if rejection wasn’t something to fear? What if rejection was the key to unlocking personal growth and achieving greater success?
This is exactly what Maureen Evelyn, the founder of Rejecto, realized after a transformative experience in her life. Evelyn’s journey from fearing rejection to embracing it has led her to build a powerful tool designed to help people do the same: Rejecto, the app that turns rejection into a source of strength.
Maureen Evelyn’s Rejection Therapy Journey
When Maureen Evelyn was in high school, she was terrified of failure. She admits, “I feel like that fear made me not confident because I was always trying to be perfect.” It wasn’t until she made the bold decision to apply to Harvard with the goal of getting rejected that things began to shift. Harvard, a university with an acceptance rate of less than 4%, seemed like the perfect place to face her biggest fear. And when she was waitlisted instead of outright rejected, it flipped a switch in her mind.
Rather than feeling demoralized by the waitlist, Evelyn saw it as an opportunity to change her mindset. “I was like, ‘Whoa, this could change your life,’” she recalls. The experience sparked a new passion—rejection therapy. By seeking rejection on purpose, Evelyn learned that there’s no real harm in being told “no.” In fact, there’s power in it.
What Is Rejection Therapy?
Rejection therapy is a form of exposure therapy designed to help people face their fear of rejection. The concept is simple: seek rejection on purpose to gradually desensitize yourself to the uncomfortable feelings associated with it. By continuously exposing yourself to rejection, you become less afraid of it, and more importantly, you start to see it as an opportunity for growth rather than a setback.
Maureen’s own rejection therapy journey included everything from asking construction workers if she could jackhammer for a day (she was rejected for not wearing the right clothes) to calling news stations to get an interview. Each experience taught her something new and gave her the confidence to pursue bigger opportunities. “Now at 21, I make six figures. I travel the world. I work for myself. And it’s all because of rejection, honestly,” she shares.
How Rejecto Supports Your Rejection Journey
Inspired by her own experiences, Maureen created Rejecto, an app designed to make rejection therapy accessible to anyone. Rejecto serves as a platform where users can document their rejections, share their stories, and support one another on their journey toward embracing rejection. The app works as a community where people can not only log their rejections but also motivate each other to face their fears and take bold actions.
The beauty of Rejecto is that it removes the shame and stigma often associated with rejection. By reframing rejection as a tool for growth, Maureen has created a space where users can feel empowered, knowing that each “no” brings them one step closer to success. And with each rejection, you’re building resilience, courage, and, ultimately, confidence.
Why Rejection Therapy Works
Rejection therapy isn’t just about facing uncomfortable situations. It’s about changing the way you perceive failure. When you’re no longer afraid of rejection, you’re free to take risks, chase opportunities, and push boundaries without fear of the outcome. As Maureen explains, “If you can get addicted to the process of failing, then everything in life’s a win.” Rejection doesn’t define you—it refines you.
Research backs up the effectiveness of this approach. Psychotherapists, like Stephanie Sarkis, have used rejection therapy in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help patients overcome anxiety and fears. It’s a way to gradually expose oneself to the uncomfortable emotions that arise from rejection, so they no longer hold power over you.
Get Started with Rejecto Today
If you’re ready to overcome your fear of rejection and begin your own journey of personal growth, Rejecto is here to help. Whether you’re looking to improve your professional life, personal relationships, or just build a stronger sense of resilience, rejection therapy is a powerful tool that can change your life.
Join the Rejecto community today and start sharing your rejections, celebrating your wins, and supporting others as they take bold actions. Rejection isn’t the end—it’s the beginning of a whole new chapter.
