My 3 Favorite Ways to Deal with Dating Rejection

No one likes dealing with rejection when it comes to dating. Even people who we consider confident get that shot of low self-esteem when they are confronted with a firm "no". It can occur even if you've done everything according to plan. Even if you look good, feel good and you bring your best approach - you can still be rejected.

With that being the case, you need to learn how to deal with those times that someone doesn't think as highly of you as you do. You need to look at your experience of being rejected as a learning tool and figure out what you can take away from it.

Here are some key techniques you can use to help handle objection.

Play Nice

When a man or woman rejects you, the initial tendency is to have a rash reaction showing your discontent. Big mistake. Maybe they rejected you because they're with someone. Or maybe they're just playing you along.

Whatever the case you can save face by putting on your rejection charm. Let them know it was enjoyable speaking with them and possibly mention you two being friends in the future.

You'll look like the bigger person, and just might change that person's mind about you down the road.

Side Push

Another way you can deflect the sting of rejection is to apologize to the person and explain to them that you were actually looking to hook them up with a single friend of yours.

This will take the sting off a little and also help you save face if you're rejected in front of a crowd. It also makes it seem as if you were never interested in them in the first place.

Love Their Honesty

Finally, here's a little psychological mind play. When someone rejects you, fall in love with their honesty and play it up.

Tell them you appreciate them for being honest and that it's refreshing to see that there are stand-up people still around these days. Buy them a drink (or cup of coffee or do something nice, depending on where you're at), and wish them the best as you leave.

This is not for them, but for any other men or women who are around peeking in on the situation. You just might peak someone's interest with your confidence of handling the situation.

If you're having issues handling rejection, use these tips to and you'll turn that rejection into a bonus for you.