I appreciate your honesty and optimism in writing this post. I can empathize with your frustration and disappointment. I agree that rejections are good because they teach us valuable lessons and help us grow as writers and as people. You have shown great resilience and perseverance in dealing with the challenges that you faced, and I admire your gratitude for the opportunities that came your way. You have inspired me to embrace rejections as part of the journey and to keep improving my craft and my mindset. Thank you Janin for writing this uplifting and encouraging article! I wish you all the best in your future endeavors!