Why Rejection Feels So Personal with Anna Holbrook

What if that sting of feedback wasn’t just about what was said—but how deeply it landed? In this episode of The Sensitive Professionals Podcast, I’m joined by Anna Holbrook, ICF-accredited personal development coach, to explore how rejection sensitivity shapes our inner world—especially when the critic inside us is louder than the ones outside. Together, we dive into: What rejection sensitivity actually is Why some feedback hits harder than others How self-employment can amplify our need for validation The link between early experiences and sensitivity at work Giving your inner critic a name (and why it helps) This is one for you if you’ve ever replayed a comment for days, or worried that speaking up might cost you more than it’s worth. 💬 Continue the conversation in The Sensitive Diaries on LinkedIn 📩 Want to get in touch? DM me on LinkedIn or email me at hello@practicalfeeling.com ✨ Explore more: Discover career support crafted for ambitious, sensitive professionals at Practical Feeling 🎨 Podcast cover art by Nastasia Spyrou Kaçar 🎶 Podcast theme tune by Melissa Carter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.