It is okay to ask for help

“God helps those who help themselves”

• This common phrase is not actually a bible verse.

• It is intended as a way of encouraging initiative, but often functions as a way of shaming instead.

The real truth…if you don’t speak up for yourself, who will?

• No one understands your needs better than you do.

• You are your own best advocate.

• Asking for help should not be understood as a sign of weakness. It isn't.

• Strong, capable people need help, just like everybody else.

• Having initiative does not mean you have to be completely self-reliant. Giving and receiving are a normal part of every human experience.

• Identifying and advocating for your needs is one way of taking the initiative for getting those needs met.

• Choosing not to remain silent about what you need and want is a way of practicing self care. If you don't use your own voice to speak up for yourself...who

will?