Don’t Go It Alone!

 

Have you ever shied away from asking for help? Most, if not all, of us have at one time or another. There are endless excuses we give ourselves why we shouldn’t. It could be we don’t know who to ask, we don’t think anyone is available, or the biggest one…fear. Fear of over-stepping a friendship. Fear of appearing too needy. Fear of imposing. Fear of revealing our struggle and having people realize we don’t have it all together after all.

This is all a matter of pride. We do not want to seem weak, it may be embarrassing, or maybe we want to maintain an image of strength and independence. This only leads to the detriment of yourself and society! The truth of the matter is, we are not masters at everything, we need each other’s help. There is nothing wrong with this! It is how it was always intended to be! It does not show weakness, it is by design. While yes, you may be able to make it on your own, the beauty is that you don’t have to! Thousands of years ago, one of the oldest historical texts, says this…

“Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up. Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm. But how can one keep warm alone? Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.” Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

You should never let an excuse get in the way of asking for help. It is how society was built. People working together to reach a common goal. If you don’t ask for help when you need it, you are not just taking the burden on yourself, but you are also depriving those who care and want to assist you! Everyone is worse off! Everyone has gifts to share… time, talent, connections, insights, experience, skills, resources, hospitality the list goes on and on…and we love to share them! One of the best joys in life is helping others! Don’t deprive people of this!

Remember, we are not designed to make it alone. If you are struggling, I want to help. Especially if it pertains to financial matters, one of the biggest stressors and causes of family discord. Please do not hesitate to contact me. I guarantee there is no charge, no obligation, and no judgment. I am not offering schemes, I am offering to get in the trench with you and push through together.