Disappointment comes in all shapes and sizes. From losing the support of loved one to not receiving a job offer to being dropped from the team to coming in second place. Let’s face it, sometime in your life someone or something has let you down. You felt defeated and how you recover is just at significant as the setback itself. Here are six steps to overcoming disappointment:

1. Acknowledge the disappointment — This may seem completely obvious, but too often people will put on a brave face with others and minimize what occurred. This is not the time to rationalize or blame yourself. Simply state on paper or to yourself exactly what happened. Go ahead and be direct.

2. Give yourself permission to vent — While this won’t change the event, getting support from others can provide comfort. You’re feeling isolated and sharing can help. Gaining a sympathetic ear can provide relief and break up the tension.

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