Feeling left out sucks. Here's how to handle it

Everyone experiences social rejection or exclusion at some point in life, but the following tips can help you maintain a balanced perspective and soothe the sting.

1. Accept the feelings

2. Avoid assumptions

3. Check your signals

4. Speak up

5. Remember your value

6. Treat yourself

7. Extend an invite

8. Let it out

9. Meet new people

10. Reach out