Thankfully, this pain doesn’t last forever. Experts note that time is the best healer, and after the initial hurt wears off, your brain will start to recover from the rejection very quickly.

Start the conversation by saying something like, “Hey honey, can we talk? I’ve been feeling a little rejected lately, and I just wanted to check in about our relationship. ”

If you’re having trouble talking with your partner or reaching a solution that’s good for both of you, try making an appointment with a couple’s counselor.

For example, maybe you asked someone out that you had only known for a couple of days. Next time, you could try to get to know them a little bit better before you invite them out on a date.