The point of the game is to being rejected, really gave me the courage for the first time in 10 years to finally post a comment in public. Thank you for such an inspiring talk.
Jackie is the bomb! She could've just easily said no seeing that it wasn't in the Krispy Kremes menu, but not only did she go out of her way to make those, she even gave it to him for free. What a legend!
billiebillie I had a teacher till me, to not be afraid to Ask, because all they can say is Yes or No. but if you don't ask, You will never know if they answer would have been a Yes to what you wanted or needed, so go for it. ASK, ASK ASK.
After 6 years of waiting and 5 rejections, I finally got the job of my dream. I will be starting it in two weeks. I'm nervous about it because I am afraid it might not turn out to be what I want but I know I will never be happy until I get it. Persistence and believing in myself did pay off at the end. Don't stop believing in yourself. Thank you for the great advice.
Jia Jiang i ddid it twice this morning it was great. when i got into a taxi, i asked him if i could drive it till we get to the destination. if u just saw the surprising look on his face! then he rejected very politely. i admit it, i pushed my self into doing it and i was really nervous, but it was not as dangerous as i thouhgt. and im very happy to do it again and again.
I love his attitude and how unassuming he is about something that is actually incredibly courageous. The fact that he makes this seem like a fun challenge that anyone could take up is one of the most inspiring things about his talk! Yay!
It's always easy to say no when you don't fully understand a problem or are not prepared to accept a challenge that involves stepping outside the circle and doing something different. The important thing is to try and keep trying.
Jia Jiang: Thank you for sharing your courage, efforts and strengths. Your presentation at TEDxAustin really made my day. Upon relating to your experience with the surprising kindness of strangers (Jackie), the gratitude and beauty of such moments in life conjured appreciative tears for the beauty in life. Thank you for sharing such a well structured and uplifting presentation upon your experiences living a life where you've lived life at its best: A life where you've minimized fear by cleverly utilizing a mechanism to deal/accept/cope with rejection.
I have not listened about rejection, but it is very interesting method. Jia Jiang has a very amazing charm ( I have been more surprised knowing someone rejected him) and sense of humor as well as a good skills in speech. Also, his lessons are very useful in our life. Pain is against Pain. Thank a lot for the good advice!
Enjoyed this immensely, although I do feel one component that wasn't covered as much as it could have been is that he survived! In other words, fear of rejection can be terrifying but the actuality is that we live on! But a great piece, and has given me optimism for the future...
A movie came out this year, and I was waiting a long time to see it. I found out I had to have surgery the day the movie premiered! So naturally, after the simple minor surgery, while the nurse was pushing me around in the wheelchair, I asked if I could borrow the wheelchair to get good movie seats. She said no, but hey, it was fun. I did end up seeing it that weekend, in a normal seat.
I'm reading his book in the end of 2020 and he talks about how nervous he was for this TED Talk... But seriously, I loved so much!!(this TED and his book)
Brother, you HAVE found the solution for our fear of rejection. We just gotta go there. Thank you for leading the way with such fun and discovery. You have inspired me to step into my own fear of rejection. I'm going to play too.
This video really hits me, I get rejected so many times whether it be college, jobs, girls, basically everything really that all those specific events just kinda turn into one big rejection. It happens so many times it doesnt even bother me anymore but hopefully one day Ill get accepted by something or someone... I really hope some time in the future when that happens it will look like a big middle finger to everyone who rejected me in the past
A good start is to stop calling yourself "stupid". Yeah yeah, you are learning, just like all of us. Well, if you are going to put yourself down, then others will do that too even if they don't want to. You are part of the whole, and you are awesome. I hope one day soon you will get this. Love ya.
stupid2574 just remember all the things you have to be grateful for, I know things can seem hard sometimes, but there is always hope, possibilities are endless if we open ourselves to life :-)
Thank you for a well-presented, articulate presentation! I know you've inspired many persons, most of whom you will never meet personally, so you'll never know the great, positive impact you've had on their lives, but you did it anyway...your poised and smooth delivery are also most probably due to your experience of many rejections before your victories. you deserve all the successes you've already had, and the many more you will surely achieve! I salute your courage and dedication! All the best to you, your beautiful and supportive wife, and your son, for whom you will surely be the best inspiration!
Working as a street fundraiser meant getting rejected all day long, 5 days a week. It built a very thick skin, and much sharper social skills. It was so good for me that I am considering asking strangers for a random high-five or handshake once a day.
Hi Jia, I have been following you almost from the beginning. I think you have grown in your confidence so much it is unbelievably. This was the best speech ever. Hope you will write a book or publish other inspirational speeches. Maybe you should put being an entrepreneur on hold for a while and become an inspirational speaker. Just a thought! I'm sure your other followers will agree with me on this one.
Jia Jiang Dear Sir felt honoured with your reply :)... I am already sharing your message as much as i can and hoping that it can helped others the way it has helped me.. Once again thanks a lot for encouraging us to pioneer this abyss of fear and rejection.. Waiting eagerly for more Talks from you.. Keep the good work doing and God Bless you..
Rejections are to balance our pride from succeeds. Rejections are different from failure. Don't take rejections too personal because most of the rejections are given to the products, not You. Surely, nobody in love with rejections unless he sees the value of the experience of being rejected. Rejections are direct feedback of a product or request. They make us find better ways to present or improve our products. Rejections reveal our potential to be even greater.
I got rejected from the University I want to get in so so so badly today. I feel as if my life is over but this video did make me laugh. I don't even know how to tell my family who were just as hopeful as me. It is a very sad day for me
whoa, that's inspiring I got rejected often and sometime verbal abused, but I don't even know that rejection therapy is exist I mean, rejection is tough you make me moving
Whow - get real to the fact that when arguing with reality one never wins. However, when facing the issue on hand - and handling it - the wins are all yours.
@Lynn Choi to believe it's tied with not caring for the well being of others is the old generations thinking. It's not win or lose. We all can win together with the well being of others in mind. That's what I do I'm a social entrepreneur and becoming more successful everyday that passes
I want to try this but with an online setting. I'm get so much anxiety from criticism online from just giving my opinion to posting my art. I want to try some kind of exposure therapy but online but without actually offending/hurting anyone. If anyone's got any ideas I'm all ears.
The point of the game is to being rejected, really gave me the courage for the first time in 10 years to finally post a comment in public. Thank you for such an inspiring talk.
jlau66 well done!
not a good comment
And 6 years later you have one of your first responses! ☺️ I’m going to do 100 days of rejection.
Wasnt hard...was it?
@@mirzahusetic9620 oh it’s bloody hard
Rejection therapy = door-to-door sales
lol
Most certainly! I’m in the business
Door-to-door is one of those things that's hard even when you're good at it.
Jackie is the bomb! She could've just easily said no seeing that it wasn't in the Krispy Kremes menu, but not only did she go out of her way to make those, she even gave it to him for free. What a legend!
"If I open up myself to the world, the world will open up itself to me."
Truly inspiring. Great TED talk, Jia Jiang.
This made me happy. I have gotten so many job rejections and I'm a bit depressed today. This talk certainly made me feel better :)
Try getting hired then getting fired. for the past 16 years
I am going through this now, Billie. It has me so crushed right now. I hope it worked out for you.
billiebillie I had a teacher till me, to not be afraid to Ask, because all they can say is Yes or No. but if you don't ask, You will never know if they answer would have been a Yes to what you wanted or needed, so go for it. ASK, ASK ASK.
After 6 years of waiting and 5 rejections, I finally got the job of my dream. I will be starting it in two weeks. I'm nervous about it because I am afraid it might not turn out to be what I want but I know I will never be happy until I get it. Persistence and believing in myself did pay off at the end. Don't stop believing in yourself. Thank you for the great advice.
I'm eagerly waiting for an update. :)
So far, I have enjoyed it. Thanks.
Mai Lee Yang What kind of job was it if I may ask?
Niclas Holmsten It's a county position.
That's awesome Mai
Itis not rejection that defines me, it is my REACTION to rejection that defines me.wow this is a great message and great video Thank YOU!
Jia Jiang i ddid it twice this morning it was great. when i got into a taxi, i asked him if i could drive it till we get to the destination. if u just saw the surprising look on his face! then he rejected very politely. i admit it, i pushed my self into doing it and i was really nervous, but it was not as dangerous as i thouhgt. and im very happy to do it again and again.
Love that girl who made donuts for him....
Yeah, we fuckin banged. It was aight I guess.
ted talks is one of the best things to ever happen...
+Cierra Johnson. You said it, girl!!
He was rejected 34 times on RUclips, Awesome stuff.
I love his attitude and how unassuming he is about something that is actually incredibly courageous. The fact that he makes this seem like a fun challenge that anyone could take up is one of the most inspiring things about his talk! Yay!
It's always easy to say no when you don't fully understand a problem or are not prepared to accept a challenge that involves stepping outside the circle and doing something different. The important thing is to try and keep trying.
Love this guy! He talks about rejection in a way that actually wants you to face it.
Wow! By far one of the best TED presentations by far!
I agree. Dude is coming very far
Love this concept, law of averages shows us we are capable of succeeding in different areas as long as we keep trying.
+Loui V's Journal +1
"We cannot have another regret", wow that's powerful
I should maybe do this to rediscover people's kindness, I am so cynical and bitter, I'm sick of it.
Same!
Yeah, sometimes human kindness seems to come out nowhere and it's almost a surprise to witness it
Jia Jiang: Thank you for sharing your courage, efforts and strengths. Your presentation at TEDxAustin really made my day. Upon relating to your experience with the surprising kindness of strangers (Jackie), the gratitude and beauty of such moments in life conjured appreciative tears for the beauty in life. Thank you for sharing such a well structured and uplifting presentation upon your experiences living a life where you've lived life at its best: A life where you've minimized fear by cleverly utilizing a mechanism to deal/accept/cope with rejection.
I have not listened about rejection, but it is very interesting method. Jia Jiang has a very amazing charm ( I have been more surprised knowing someone rejected him) and sense of humor as well as a good skills in speech. Also, his lessons are very useful in our life. Pain is against Pain.
Thank a lot for the good advice!
Enjoyed this immensely, although I do feel one component that wasn't covered as much as it could have been is that he survived! In other words, fear of rejection can be terrifying but the actuality is that we live on! But a great piece, and has given me optimism for the future...
A movie came out this year, and I was waiting a long time to see it. I found out I had to have surgery the day the movie premiered! So naturally, after the simple minor surgery, while the nurse was pushing me around in the wheelchair, I asked if I could borrow the wheelchair to get good movie seats. She said no, but hey, it was fun. I did end up seeing it that weekend, in a normal seat.
¡¡¡The donut thing was AWESOME!!!! I understand her being thankful for someone breaking the routine
I'm reading his book in the end of 2020 and he talks about how nervous he was for this TED Talk...
But seriously, I loved so much!!(this TED and his book)
That was great! I have no fear of rejection, but your talk will get me moving. Thanks.
You made my night... I was feeling rejected, but after watching your video I am feeling so much better.. You are inspiring.
Amrik .Gill Thank you, Amrik!
Agree. Rejections with feedback are worth gold!
We are all very fortunate to have exposure to such meaningful talks ....thanks to TEDX
说得挺好的，翻墙出来看，值了。作为从小父母责骂中长大的孩子，我跟人打交道的时候，特别没有自信。看了你的视频之后，发现被人拒绝，没有想象那么严重。真是换了一种思维方式之后，真是海阔天空！
behind every good man, is a great woman
Brother, you HAVE found the solution for our fear of rejection. We just gotta go there. Thank you for leading the way with such fun and discovery. You have inspired me to step into my own fear of rejection. I'm going to play too.
Rejection is really my curse. I need to practice this
I have just finished his book. It's fantastic. READ IT
This video really hits me, I get rejected so many times whether it be college, jobs, girls, basically everything really that all those specific events just kinda turn into one big rejection. It happens so many times it doesnt even bother me anymore but hopefully one day Ill get accepted by something or someone... I really hope some time in the future when that happens it will look like a big middle finger to everyone who rejected me in the past
stupid2574 so sorry for your pain.
Genny Brezina I appreciate it. its good to know at least someone feels that way
A good start is to stop calling yourself "stupid". Yeah yeah, you are learning, just like all of us. Well, if you are going to put yourself down, then others will do that too even if they don't want to. You are part of the whole, and you are awesome. I hope one day soon you will get this. Love ya.
Dean Smith I made this name probably in the 5th grade because I thought it would be funny but thanks alot for the advice
stupid2574 just remember all the things you have to be grateful for, I know things can seem hard sometimes, but there is always hope, possibilities are endless if we open ourselves to life :-)
Thank you for a well-presented, articulate presentation! I know you've inspired many persons, most of whom you will never meet personally, so you'll never know the great, positive impact you've had on their lives, but you did it anyway...your poised and smooth delivery are also most probably due to your experience of many rejections before your victories. you deserve all the successes you've already had, and the many more you will surely achieve!
I salute your courage and dedication! All the best to you, your beautiful and supportive wife, and your son, for whom you will surely be the best inspiration!
this is like handling job rejections!
What doesn't kill you makes you stronger
Amazing talk...thank you for being so courageous Jia, you've truly inspired me!
I'm a pro at being rejected.
I laughed so hard and at the same time, really appreciated his great advice. Best speech from tedx .
Working as a street fundraiser meant getting rejected all day long, 5 days a week. It built a very thick skin, and much sharper social skills. It was so good for me that I am considering asking strangers for a random high-five or handshake once a day.
Best Tedx talk ever
Thanks, Matus.
What a great wife!
You, Sir, are awesome !
One of the best TEDx talk so far.
Been watching him for a while now glad to see him going places
Hi Jia, I have been following you almost from the beginning. I think you have grown in your confidence so much it is unbelievably. This was the best speech ever. Hope you will write a book or publish other inspirational speeches. Maybe you should put being an entrepreneur on hold for a while and become an inspirational speaker. Just a thought! I'm sure your other followers will agree with me on this one.
I found it, the story of this guy is the legend in my country
Thank you so much ted talks,I overcome my fears and bring back my self confidence.Thank you..
WOW! He is so uplifting and motivating. I needed this right now, thank you!!
No words to express the significance of this life changing speech.. Thanks a ton!!
Rohan Wakode Rohan, I appreciate the kind words. All I ask is you share the message with others.
Jia Jiang Dear Sir felt honoured with your reply :)... I am already sharing your message as much as i can and hoping that it can helped others the way it has helped me.. Once again thanks a lot for encouraging us to pioneer this abyss of fear and rejection.. Waiting eagerly for more Talks from you.. Keep the good work doing and God Bless you..
You're so strong and I really like you!
This is amazing, I want to try this thank you for this Jia! Much love
very inspiring, and a reminder of what kind of support we can be for others
DUDE you got 'CLASS', very smooth... How you carry yourself.
faith in humanity restored.
I have been in sales for over 30 years. Every no gets you closer to a yes.
Awesome Jia Jiang. Thanks for sharing and being very inspirational
Thank you Jia, this was an excellent and inspiring talk.
One of my life themes has been "no regrets", so this talk really hit the nail on the head for me! Bravo!
Thank you! Gina in Lights
Man youre awesome. Im summoning all my courage to give a try and see how far i can go. Hope i can start by tomorrow :)
This guy his great. His book rejection proof is a wonderful read. If you like this talk buy the book, you'll get a great book and help Jia Jiang out.
This speech just changed my view to see the world. I will go out there and get rejected more! Haha
Entrepreneurs aren't afraid of Rejection, we actually don't even hear the word "No" We hear "Maybe" or "Keep trying... Almost.."
Amazing ! rejection is the path to success as long as you don't give up .
Thank You Jia Jiang
+Sanjaya Wickramasinghe You are welcome, Sanjaya!
Rejections are to balance our pride from succeeds. Rejections are different from failure. Don't take rejections too personal because most of the rejections are given to the products, not You. Surely, nobody in love with rejections unless he sees the value of the experience of being rejected. Rejections are direct feedback of a product or request. They make us find better ways to present or improve our products. Rejections reveal our potential to be even greater.
After watching so many videos this is the one who hit the bulls eye ;)
this is great! being a professional networker the game is how many NOs can I get.
Blessed with amazing wife
Easily one of Ted's best talks!
I got rejected from the University I want to get in so so so badly today. I feel as if my life is over but this video did make me laugh. I don't even know how to tell my family who were just as hopeful as me. It is a very sad day for me
@@anniinthewoods8287 I know I am not @Sanya but I am sure their life is going great! How is yours!?
@@MysteriousMartin I know im not @Anni but I am sure their life is going great! How is yours!?
Great talk . miracle some time occur. Thank you, bless you . All your dreams come true.
Dude you are awesome.I have my own way to beat rejection.i call it "challange the God,and he will prove you wrong".
Watching this on Feb 2023 and I came here to watch more from the Ted Talk version
Truly amazing, I wish I could meet him, and talk to him face-to-face.
Such a valuable and entertaining way of viewing rejection -- thank you Jia!
+Linda Esposito You are welcome!
The hurt from rejection is real.
whoa, that's inspiring
I got rejected often and sometime verbal abused, but I don't even know that rejection therapy is exist
I mean, rejection is tough
you make me moving
I love you Jia. Well done and thank you!
The winner of all mah people:
Door to door reaching out, Jehovah's Witnesses.
Whow - get real to the fact that when arguing with reality one never wins. However, when facing the issue on hand - and handling it - the wins are all yours.
Fantastic! Absolutely FANTASTIC! JIA!
@Lynn Choi to believe it's tied with not caring for the well being of others is the old generations thinking. It's not win or lose. We all can win together with the well being of others in mind. That's what I do I'm a social entrepreneur and becoming more successful everyday that passes
Hey NOW, Jia Jiang! Enjoyed it!
A beautiful, inspirational story.
Amazing! Thank you!!!! Beautiful message!
Loved this video! gr8 speech... :)
This was great!!!!!
Amazing speech, Jia. Seriously, just loved every minute of this.
Well done....per usual......
amazing. I listen to this every morning. Thank you.
Thank you Jia this was very inspiring
Thank you. This is something I definitely needed. :)
I want to try this but with an online setting. I'm get so much anxiety from criticism online from just giving my opinion to posting my art. I want to try some kind of exposure therapy but online but without actually offending/hurting anyone. If anyone's got any ideas I'm all ears.
Whoa good job, Jia! You are an inspiration to us all.
Great TED talk. Jia is a very inspiring person!
awesome. people need to hear this.
I wish I could talk with that guy
I'm all ears, Adria.
Jia Jiang Congratulations, it was a memorable talk
Jia Jiang This talk is amazing, and this reply is amazing.