267. Why it's Hard to Ask for Help and 3 Tips for Making it Easier

<p>Hello. My name is Abby, and I hate to ask for help. Despite all my years of therapy and teaching others how important it is, asking for help is still something I find difficult to do and I know I’m not alone! Today, I’ll be sharing the reasons why it’s hard to ask for help, the research behind the benefits of doing it and my top three tips for becoming someone who asks and receives. <br /> ____________________________<br /> Full blog and show notes: <a href= "https://abbymedcalf.com/why-its-hard-to-ask-for-help-and-3-tips-for-making-it-easier" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://abbymedcalf.com/why-its-hard-to-ask-for-help-and-3-tips-for-making-it-easier</a><br /> <br /> My new book just came out! Boundaries Made Easy: Your Roadmap to Connection, Ease and Joy. Pick up your copy here: <a href= "https://abbymedcalf.com/boundaries" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://abbymedcalf.com/boundaries</a>  </p> <p>____________________________</p> <p>Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: <a href= "https://abbymedcalf.com/book">https://abbymedcalf.com/book</a><br /> <br /> Looking for past episodes of the Relationships Made Easy Podcast? Head over to <a href="https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast</a> and <a href="https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast-the-archives" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener">https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast-the-archives</a> where you’ll find every single episode.<br /> <br /> Subscribe today to get my love letter to you! This biweekly reminder will keep you on the path to creating connected, happy relationships (especially the one with yourself!). <a href= "https://abbymedcalf.com">https://abbymedcalf.com</a> <br /> <br /> For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: <a href= "https://abbymedcalf.com/youtube">https://abbymedcalf.com/youtube</a> <br /> <br /> Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my online courses (so