Ep 003 - [Tough Love] Learning To Ask For Help When You Need It
Welcome back to Redefining Motherhood! This is the very first episode of my "Tough Love" series and it's all about something I've been feeling deeply lately - the incredible strength in asking for help. As women, we often take pride in our independence and our ability to handle whatever life throws our way. We wear this "superwoman" cape with pride, believing that we need to be the be-all and end-all, maintaining control over every aspect of our lives without showing any vulnerability. But today, I want to share a powerful truth with you: it's absolutely okay to take off that superwoman cape, and it's perfectly okay to ask for help. You see, we're strong, we're powerful, and we're driven, but the postpartum period can be an intense challenge. Control goes out the window as we navigate sleepless nights and the constant needs of a newborn. So, I'm here to give you permission, right here and right now, to know that asking for help doesn't diminish your strength or independence; it amplifies it. During that postpartum phase, we need to recognize that it's not a sign of weakness to seek assistance. It's about embracing vulnerability and understanding that it's perfectly normal not to go through it alone. Trust me, I've been there, and asking for help during that time was one of the best decisions I made for myself. But it's not just about you asking for help; it's about the incredible willingness of others to support you. People genuinely want to help, but sometimes they don't know how. So, communication becomes key. Need someone to hold your baby while you catch a nap or a shower? Or perhaps a helping hand with those never-ending dishes? It's perfectly okay to ask. By asking for help, you not only lighten your load but also strengthen your bonds with those around you. It's a reminder that we're not alone in this journey called motherhood. More than that, it's a powerful catalyst for personal growth and development. It makes you a stronger, better person. So, here's my heartfelt plea to you today: ask for help. Know that doing so not only lightens your load but also opens the door to tremendous support and growth. Subscribe and Share this message with others who might need to hear it. Connect with Amanda @amandacahill_ Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear this and Tag Redefining Motherhood @redefiningmotherhood