Burned out creative founder how do you rebuild after a funding rejection?

I’m 22 based in the UK. I’ve spent the past year developing a creative events project that mixes live music and culture. It means everything to me, but I’ve just been turned down for funding again and I feel completely stuck.

I’m not looking for sympathy please I just need real advice from people who’ve been through this. I’m broke, exhausted and trying to figure out what comes next. I still believe in the idea, but I can’t keep pushing without a plan or cashflow.

For anyone who’s built something in the creative or entertainment space:

How did you rebuild momentum after rejection or burnout?

What helped you stay financially afloat while keeping the dream alive?

How do you know whether to pause, pivot, or keep fighting for it?

Any grounded, experience-based advice would mean a lot right now.