Asking For Help

Alright, l need to get real for a minute. 

Asking for help? Yeah, it's something I've never been great at. For the longest time, I've been that person who tries to handle everything on her own, no matter how overwhelming it gets. But lately, I've been learning that it's okay to admit when I need a hand, sometimes even necessary. 

Here's the thing: I've always had this fear of being seen as weak or incapable. So, instead of reaching out for help when I need it, I've tried to tough it out and figure things out on my own. Spoiler alert: it isn't working out so well and circumstances beyond my control have made things exponentially worse.

I'll be honest—it's not that I don't know there are people out there who would be willing to help me. I've got friends, family, and a whole support system at my disposal. But for some reason, there's this little voice in my head that tells me I should be able to handle it all solo. Asking for help feels like admitting defeat, and that's a tough pill to swallow.

But you know what? The Universe is forcing me to realize that maybe that voice isn't doing me any favors. Maybe it's okay to admit that I don't have all the answers and that sometimes, I need a little backup. Because here's the thing: asking for help doesn't make me weak. It makes me human.

So, I'm trying to get better at it. Slowly but surely, I'm learning to swallow my pride and reach out when I need it. Whether it's asking a friend for advice, leaning on my family for extra support, or even seeking out professional help when things got really tough, I'm making an effort to let go of the stigma and just be real about what I need.

And you know what? It's actually kind of liberating. Turns out, people (including complete strangers) are more than willing to lend a hand when you ask nicely. Who knew, right?

So, if you're like me and you struggle with asking for help, just know that you're not alone. We're all on this journey together, stumbling through life one awkward request at a time. 

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