Get By With a Little Help

Sometimes it can feel like we are going it alone, both in business and in life. But it only takes a keener eye to see that support is all around us if we are open to it.

During my last online therapy session, I was hugging my trusted stuffed lion to help me process some super yucky trauma. Sitting nearby as always was my other trusted four-legged pal Silver, patiently waiting for me to finish my sobfest, clean up the pile of tissues, and go about the rest of my day.

When my session was over and I was resuming human form once again, I noticed that Silver scootched up to my stuffed pal and nuzzled her nose next to him, something she had never done before. It was as if she was noticing my sadness imprinted on his sweet face and licking away my tears. In that moment, Silver was once again my Co-Creator (she also helps me during my Crystallization Process, lazily sitting next to me as I create cocktail napkin clarity for my clients.)

Sure this is a simple example of appreciating the support around me, but it also lifted my heart when it was in the depths of sadness. We can do that for each other, not only in our personal lives but also in our careers.

If you see someone having a rough go of it at work, check in. Give them a helping hand. Suggest contacting EAP if appropriate. Show you care. Sometimes it’s all that’s needed to make a REAL difference in someone’s life. And if you are the one having a rough time, check in with those who love you. Seek support.

Don’t try to handle it all by yourself. Getting help not an act of weakness; it’s a sign of strength.

In my life I tried for far too long to do it all myself. It wasn’t until I leaned into others both personally and professionally that I discovered both a sense of peace from within and a rapidly-growing business. (Special shout-outs to SpeakerFlow and Backstage Ops !! THANK YOU!!)

Life and business, when played properly, are team sports. Who is on your team?

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