Dealing with Disappointment

Disappointment is the sad feeling you get when something does not turn out the way you hoped. Everyone feels disappointed sometimes. Learning to handle it helps you bounce back.

It Is Okay to Be Disappointed

You might feel disappointed when you lose a game, get a bad grade, or miss out on something fun. These feelings are normal. Let yourself feel sad for a little while.

Talk to someone about how you feel. Sharing your feelings helps them feel less heavy.

Moving Forward

After you feel sad, try to find something positive. Maybe you can try again next time. Maybe there is something else fun you can do instead.

Remember that everyone faces disappointments. What matters is that you keep going. Each time you bounce back, you get stronger.

Fun Facts

• Michael Jordan was cut from his high school basketball team but kept practicing and became one of the greatest players ever.
• Feeling disappointed can actually motivate you to try harder next time.
• Writing about your feelings in a journal can help you feel better faster.

Did You Know?

The author of Harry Potter was rejected by twelve publishers before her book was finally accepted!