They both have negative connotations, and at first seem very similar, but they are not easily interchangeable. Denial usually speaks of dismissing the truth but can also be used to refuse an activity or believe in something. Now refusal is used to turn down or negate taking a part.

"Authentic Purpose"

I have found that mentoring and pouring into others, that many people deal with issues of resolving confusion, self-doubt, and making positive decisions. Is there a single path or single right path to fulfillment and happiness? NO! I love enthusiastically intergrating confidence that suggest solutions that will guide others to pursue their life path and progression towards indivudual goals.