You're not okay — you've had a rough week, and you genuinely could use someone to talk to. But instead of saying that, you ...
As children grow into teenagers, they face new challenges and responsibilities. While young kids often receive help with everyday tasks like making their bed or doing homework, teens are expected to ...
Despite the fact that we’ve come a long way regarding the de-stigmatization of therapy, it still seems as if reaching out and asking for professional help is the last option for millions of people.
Reaching out to others at work builds trust, de-escalates conflict, and lets us know we are not alone in our struggles. Crisis happens to everyone — but rather than a sign of weakness, asking for help ...
Walk through an airport bookstore, scroll the podcast charts, or listen to a leadership keynote, and you’ll likely find lessons on boundaries and burnout. Celebrities talk about therapy with a ...
As parents, we often encourage our children to be independent, to try things on their own, and to believe in their capabilities. However, there's a crucial lesson we sometimes forget to emphasize: the ...
I hI like doing things by myself. I like the feeling of accomplishment that comes from doing things most people wouldn’t even consider trying to do alone. But I don’t like asking for help, partly ...
Our entire lives, we’ve been sold a lie. We’ve been taught that growing up means putting your head down, working harder, staying later, and handling it all yourself. We’ve been taught that as parents, ...
Anna Lee Beyer writes about mental health, relationships, parenting, and books for Huffington Post, Romper, Slate, Glamour, Parents, and others. Remember when you were little and asking questions was ...