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How to overcome the fear of being a burden when asking for help?

In episode 72, Brooke Jean talks about the common struggle of asking for help, especially among high-achieving women. Discover why seeking assistance is a sign of strength, not weakness, and learn practical strategies to overcome the fear of being a burden. Brooke shares insights on how to effectively communicate your needs, delegate responsibilities to your partner, and let go of perfectionism. If you're feeling overwhelmed and hesitant to ask for help, this episode is a must-listen. Embrace the power of asking and transform your life today.

[00:00 - 04:46] The Fear of Being a Burden

• Women often hesitate to ask for help, fearing they'll inconvenience others.
• Societal conditioning teaches girls to prioritize others' needs over their own.
• Requesting assistance can feel uncomfortable and anxiety-inducing for many women.

[04:47 - 10:11] Partners: Sharing the Load

• Asking a partner to share parenting duties is not an imposition or burden.
• Women frequently juggle both professional work and the "mental load" of managing the household.
• Partners should actively participate in the shared responsibility of the life they've built together.

[10:12 - 16:12] The Art of Communicating Needs

• Partners need clear communication about what needs to be done.
• Women tend to intuitively sense others' needs, whereas men often need explicit communication.
• Delaying communication until overwhelmed and resentment sets in is counterproductive.

[16:13 - 18:06] Conquering the Hesitation to Seek Help

• Embracing radical acceptance is crucial in recognizing that partners need communication.
• Resentment serves as an indicator that boundaries must be established.
• Exploring the beliefs that are not letting us ask for help. 

[18:07 - 25:35] Embracing Imperfection and Letting Go Control 

• Acknowledging that partners may not execute tasks as desired is crucial.
• Appreciating when tasks are completed "80 percent".
• Continuously allowing partners to assist, even imperfectly, contributes to long-term growth.

Tweetable Quotes:

"Our resentment is such a clue that we need a boundary. We need to ask for help." - Brooke Jean

"If we want the help, we have to let go of the control that it's going to be done exactly as we like it." - Brooke Jean

"It's okay to ask for help. It is safe and okay to ask for help. It is not a burden." - Brooke Jean

*This is not medical advice. Please consult with a professional before making any changes

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