10 Fears About Asking for Help

10 fears about asking for help
Having a disability or illness or a chronic illness probably means you need to ask for help more than you would like. We live in a society where independence is encouraged and personal accomplishments are praised. However, having a disability such as blindness or an illness that limits your ability to stand means you need to ask for help from time to time. When I start feeling defeated about this need, I find it helpful to remind myself that I did all of these things when I didn’t have limitations or I remind myself that I truly want to be independent and am not lazy. Our fears often stem from a sense of guilt or own anger turned inwards. This may manifest as 1 or more of the following fears about our situation

1. I am too much trouble
2. They will resent me
3. People will think I’m lazy
4. People won’t want to be my friend
5. My request is an inconvenience
6. I don’t deserve help
7. They will complain
8. I should do it myself
9. I will loose my independence
10. I am less of a person if I need help

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