We Can Do Hard Things HELP: How to Ask for the Help You Need (Best Of)
Jun 14, 2025
Delve into the gift of sharing your messy middle as a way to build connections. Discover why asking for help feels daunting and the pitfalls of so-called 'vague favs.' The hosts share their own current struggles while discussing the science behind how help strengthens relationships. Personal anecdotes highlight the complexities of vulnerability, especially in parenting and community support. The conversation emphasizes that openness about needing assistance can enhance mutual respect and deepen bonds.
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Child’s Struggle Mirrors Adult Help Need
- Alice struggled with a simple bracelet folding task and resisted help despite needing it.
- Amanda related deeply, understanding the discomfort of needing but not wanting help.
Desire for Control in Asking Help
- Both Amanda and Glennon dislike being seen struggling before they accept help.
- They prefer deciding for themselves when and how to ask for assistance to maintain agency.
Being Helped as an Equal
- Amanda was caught stealing food in college and was confronted by a respected friend.
- She felt accepted and was receptive because the friend approached her as an equal, not with pity.
