When you get into a situation that is too hard for you to handle alone, sometimes you ask me for help.
And I willingly give it.
And it makes me feel good to help.
So, why, when I get into a situation that is hard for me to handle alone, do I resist asking you for help?
Do I really think I don’t need it?
Do I think you won’t give it?
Do I not want you to feel good for helping me?
Hmmmm.
TTYL,
Linda
We were raised to be independent, productive adults. Needing help goes against all that upbringing. But I learned quickly last year that I needed help if I wanted to get out of rehab and go home. My desire to go home overcame my pride about needing help. And so many people willingly took care of me. Helped me to realize that it’s truly a good thing to accept help.