dazedandconfused2265's journey

I've been job hunting for a while now, and it's becoming increasingly difficult for me to separate my self-worth from the rejections I'm facing. As someone with AuDHD, I find that each rejection feels like a personal failure, rather than just a mismatch for a specific role. I tend to overanalyze my interviews, worrying that I'm not as likable or socially fluent as other candidates. This leads to a cycle of negative thoughts where I equate not being selected for a position with not being good enough as a person. Even though I understand that there are many factors at play in hiring—like internal candidates or timing—my emotional response makes it hard to see things rationally. I'm not looking for generic advice; I genuinely want to hear from others who have faced similar struggles. How did you manage to stop repeated rejections from affecting your self-esteem? What strategies helped you cope?