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You said
I feel rejected
oxytocinendorphinscortisol
Inside you, right now
In your body
Real, physical ache — chest, throat, stomach. Rejection registers in the same regions as physical pain.
The likely chemistry
Opioid and oxytocin signalling drop; cortisol rises.
Nervous system
Attachment system activated — searching for safety in connection.
The pull you might feel
Re-read messages, chase, explain, withdraw forever.
A move that often helps
Send no message for 20 minutes. Offer yourself the warmth you are looking for outside.
Pick one — small is fine
Anything shift since you opened this?
Where to go from here
MoodChem describes possibilities, not certainties. Seek professional help if you're struggling.