Overcome Rejection at Work ⎸ ADHD Signs, ASD, OCD, Dyslexia, RSD, Overthink, Work Insecurity, Late Diagnosed, Neurodiverse
Do you want to feel like you belong in the workplace God has placed you, even when you don’t “have it all together?”
Are you tired of overthinking what people think of you?
Wish you could stop letting insecurity take control?
Want to create a work environment that honors how your brain works?
I’m so happy you’re here! This podcast will help you learn powerful ways to reverse the effects of a root of insecurity—which is rejection, using Scriptures. And you'll learn about the neurodivergent brain—so you can create a work-life where you feel more confident and competent as you navigate work.
Hi, I'm Yardley. Jesus-girl, author, Work Wellness Coach, and Organizational Psychology grad student—with a late-diagnosed neurodivergent brain. Throughout almost two decades as a working professional, I tried so much to fit into molds at work that weren’t meant for me to fit into.
With not quite fitting in, comes being misunderstood, and thus rejection in various ways—whether real, perceived or having the fear of rejection. I would find myself wondering what co-workers and leaders thought about me, felt insecure about saying the wrong things while trying so hard to sound eloquent. I didn’t honor how I was uniquely designed—ultimately rejecting myself. After wondering why I functioned differently for so long, I found great strategies that actually work!
But what’s even more important is using the Bible to help navigate our thoughts as we tackle rejection in the hurdles of work.
I’m super excited to share how using His Word and understanding how your brain was uniquely designed can help you navigate work grounded in godly security.
If you are ready for…
- A more peaceful and powerful thought-life at work, grounded in the Word
- Freedom from self-doubt, rumination, comparison, imposter syndrome, and masking
- Insight about your brain, so you can effectively navigate where you’ve been placed by God
…then this podcast is for you!
Stir up that mushroom coffee, and let’s dive in!
You're invited to the Body Double Work Café hosted by Yardley!
Body Double Work Café is a free virtual community workspace designed for you to get things done alongside other women, including Yardley, your host — whether you're working your 9–5 job, running your own business, tackling a personal to-do list, or getting to that project you've been meaning to accomplish before the end of the year.
Here’s How It Works
- Reserve your the hours you wish to work using the Calendly link
- Join your scheduled work session(s) via Zoom
- Set your check-ins & breaks with our live Work Wellness Coach, Yardley
- WORK (All on mute + on/off camera is your choice)
- Be amazed at how much you accomplish in just (1) hour!
You can sign up for any amount of hours out of the four available. Just use the link as many times for as many hours as you wish to reserve.
https://calendly.com/yardley-messeroux/body-double-work-cafe-nov5
This productivity-focused community session is hosted by a live Work Wellness Coach with ADHD who has tried and true methods to getting things done!
Have your favorite beverage in arms reach and get ready to focus as we smash our goals, together!
How can I help you?
Are you a midlife Christian woman with a neurodivergent brain, whether it's ADHD (Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder), autism, AuDHD (the combo), OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder), dyslexia or something else–and might've even been late diagnosed? You want to learn more about handling insecurities at work (and life), maybe its tackling rumination / overthinking, the comparison trap, imposter syndrome, receiving feedback, and overall rejection sensitivity–whether real or perceived?
If there's a specific topic that you'd like me to cover on the show, just email me your topic or even a scenario you may be facing. I'm here and happy to help!
Email me at yardley@riseandshinebright.com.
Have a question?
If you have a question for me, email me directly at yardley@riseandshinebright.com. I look forward to connecting!
Episodes
Jul 1, 2026
Jul 1, 2026
20 min
Tired of striving for an image of perfection at work?
Want to stop feeling like you don’t quite fit in where you are?
Do you actually know that you were wonderfully made, but still get caught in discouraging thoughts?
Have you ever experienced rejection at work and immediately started questioning yourself?
For neurodivergent women with ADHD, ASD, AuDHD, OCD, dyslexia, or other neurodivergent experiences, years of feeling different, misunderstood, corrected, or rejected can contribute to workplace insecurity, RSD, masking, rumination, self-doubt, and low confidence.
In this episode, we’ll look at three biblical truths to keep in your back pocket when rejection affects the way you see yourself at work: God is for you and no one has greater authority than Him; what was intended to harm you can be turned around for good; and God intentionally made you “mysteriously complex” and “marvelously breathtaking.” We’ll explore these truths through Romans 8:31, Genesis 50:20, and Psalm 139:13–14, including the story of Joseph and the importance of understanding and working with your neurodivergent brain rather than only focusing on its challenges.
After the episode, let’s chat!
You might want to sit with the content for a little reflection time. So if you’d like an overview of this topic with the featured scriptures and action items, go to http://www.riseandshinebright.com and you’ll find it all there.
Here’s the direct link! https://riseandshinebright.com/oppositionatwork_3_methods/
That’s also where I hang out! So share your thoughts in the comments on the site and I’ll reply!
I read all of the comments and would love your take on what you found helpful in this episode. Just go here: https://riseandshinebright.com/struggling-with-rejection-at-work-3-things-to-know-while-building-your-confidence/
Want to contact me?
If you have a question for me or want me to address a challenge that you’re facing at work? Email me at yardley@riseandshinebright.com