We’ve all been there, struggling and feeling like we have to fight our own battles alone. We put on a brave face and tell ourselves everything is fine, but often times the truth is that we could really use some help.
Asking for help has long been viewed as a sign of weakness or failure, leaving us feeling stigmatized or embarrassed when it comes time to re ... Show More
Today
Calm It Down Conversations: When There’s Nothing Left to Fix, with Jeff Krasno
What do you do when someone you love is hurting, and there's nothing you can do to make it better? For Jeff Krasno, co-founder of Wanderlust and Commune, that question became deeply personal during his father's final days. He arrived at his bedside with a plan to make things bett ... Show More
35m 58s
Dec 2022
219 - Friday Fix: How to Ask for Help
Whether you want an extra hand moving furniture or you need professional help for depression, asking for help can be tough. It can feel scary too. We don’t want people to reject us, judge us, or feel more powerful than us. But the sooner we ask for help and make our needs known, ... Show More
10m 13s
Nov 2023
506: How to Ask for Help When You Need It Most
<p>Have you ever found that when you need help the most, ironically, asking for help is the most difficult? Many people feel overwhelmed, ashamed, or embarrassed, and it's those feelings that prevent us from getting help when we really need it.</p> <p>Today, I'm sharing tips to h ... Show More
40m 25s
Oct 2025
A Little Happier: A Story from Real Life: Sometimes, We Help Best by Hanging Back
Sometimes, helping can hurt. When people are struggling, our impulse is to try to pull them back on their feet, when what they really need is for someone to sit beside them and ask, "What do you need? What can I do?" Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's websit ... Show More
4m 9s