To Annie, please: People have always looked to me for assistance; friends, family, and even coworkers flock to me when they need guidance or someone to confide in. Even while I truly enjoy assisting people, I’m beginning to see that I have no one to turn to for the same type of support when I need it.
I’m not sure if people think I don’t need help or if it’s because I’ve developed this strong one persona.
In any case, I don’t know how to end the cycle, and it’s lonely.
How can I let people know that I also need help without making them think less of me? — The Powerful One
To the Strong One: You seem to be carrying the burden of the entire globe. You are an Atlas of the present era. Let go of some of that. Generosity like that says a lot about your personality. However, even the strongest people require assistance. Actually, knowing when you need help is a sign of intelligence.
People may honestly think you don’t need help, or they may not know how to provide it, thus the strong one persona might be challenging. Being vulnerable is the best way to obtain support. Open up to someone you trust first. Saying something like, “Hey, I’ve been feeling a little overwhelmed lately, and I’d really value your advice,” can make a big difference. It doesn’t have to be dramatic.
It may surprise you to learn how ready people are to repay you for your compassion. They frequently only require your consent to recognize you as a person with demands of their own.
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