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Call Her Creator with Katelyn Rhoades

148. The "Oh Well" Theory: A Mindset That Will Change How You Handle Rejection, Comparison & Anxiety

April 23, 2026·15 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

If you’re constantly overthinking, comparing yourself, or taking every “no” personally… this episode is going to hit. In this unfiltered episode, I’m sharing the simple mindset shift that has been quietly changing everything for me lately: “Oh well.” It's how I personally reframe rejection as redirection Because the truth is, most of us don’t know how to regulate the small moments that throw us off. In this episode, I’m walking you through: Why you spiral after rejection, comparison, or a bad day How to stop assigning meaning to every little thing The difference between rejection and redirection Real-life examples (business, motherhood, comparison, confidence) The exact 4-step method I use to shift my mindset in real time I also share a personal story about feeling left out of a room… and the moment that changed everything for me. And a recent client story that proves: when you stop chasing… the right opportunities actually find you. If you’ve ever thought: "I should be further along, why didn’t that work out for me, or I wish that was me…” Then this episode is for you. Sometimes… the most powerful thing you can for yourself is to emotionally regulate with an: Oh well. If this episode hit for you, screenshot it, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @thekatelynrhoades. I want to see who’s stepping into their “oh well” era. 00:00 – Intro: The mindset that’s changing everything 02:00 – Why we struggle with emotional regulation 05:00 – The comparison story (8-figure women moment) 08:00 – Rejection vs redirection 10:00 – Introducing the “Oh Well” mindset 12:00 – Real-life examples (business, moms, comparison) 18:00 – Why successful women don’t stay triggered 21:00 – The 4-step method to shift your mindset 25:00 – Real client story: rejection → dream YES 30:00 – Trusting timing + alignment 33:00 – Final thoughts + encouragement Thank you to my sponsors • Shopify: www.shopify.com/chc • Rella: Use code CHC for 10% off at GetRella.com • Strawberry.me: Get 50% off your first coaching session at: strawberry.me/chc

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