“Refusing to ask for help when you need it is refusing someone the chance to be helpful.” Ric Ocasek
Asking for help can be challenging. We can come up with all kinds of reasons to resist delegating or asking for help.
• It’s quicker if I do it myself.
• No one will do as good a job as I will.
• By the time I explain my request I may as well do it myself.
• No one will do as good a job as I will.
• By the time I explain my request I may as well do it myself.
What else? What reasons or excuses do you use? Where do you resist asking for help?
Often those around you are happy to help. It is an opportunity for them to use their gifts and abilities to support you. What may be a chore for you may be easy for others. Asking for help and delegating applies to our business life, home life, and social life! Asking each family member or friend to cook one of the holiday dishes simply gives you all the time in the world to actually enjoy the day! How good would that be?
Think of delegating as simplifying your life!
And Remember…..
When the task is completed, say thank-you, acknowledge that it is well-done and you appreciate the help! Leave all criticisms at the door!
And Remember…..
When the task is completed, say thank-you, acknowledge that it is well-done and you appreciate the help! Leave all criticisms at the door!
Ready to ask for help? Decide on what specific request you will make and who you will ask. For the next week, make at least one clear request each day and notice the difference it makes for you and those around you.
Joy Journal
Summer is the perfect time to sit back, relax and write your Joy Journal. A Joy Journal is the perfect place to remind yourself of your daily accomplishments, moments of happiness, and the gifts you have in your life. Getting started is easy - pick a spot where you can write uninterrupted for 10 minutes. Sitting outside will boost your inspiration! Jot down all the things that made you smile today or moments that encouraged your inner child to play or the gift you gave to someone else. Focus on non-material riches to truly discover all the happiness you have in your life.
Focus on the moment, right here, right now and you will discover
an abundance of wonder and joy!
