Wildly Rejected- Becoming the Bison

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What if rejection wasn’t something to avoid—but something to chase?

In this episode of Wildly Unplug, Lauren shares a raw and honest story about getting targeted by a phishing scam, navigating creative burnout, and making a bold decision: to collect 1,000 rejections.

As artists and creatives, we’re often told to put ourselves out there—but fear of rejection, online scams, and constant pressure to create can leave us stuck, overwhelmed, and playing small.

This episode explores:

• How artist scams and phishing emails are becoming more common
• Simple ways to protect yourself online (especially as a creative)
• The hidden burnout behind contests, submissions, and “exposure”
• Why rejection feels so personal—and how to reframe it
• How chasing rejection can actually unlock new opportunities
• A mindset shift to help you take creative risks again

If you’ve ever felt afraid to share your work, hesitant to reach out, or stuck in a cycle of overthinking—this episode is your reminder that growth lives on the other side of “no.”

Because the more you ask… the more chances you give the world to say yes.

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