I’ve noticed something fascinating about human behavior – we often struggle to ask for help, even when we desperately need it. This reluctance isn’t just a minor personality quirk; it’s a significant ...

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 ...

Asking for help implies a need, which, in turn, implies a vulnerability. Often, conflict occurs in relationships when one partner expects and feels entitled to the other anticipating their needs. When ...

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 ...

Children need to learn how and when to ask for help. Source: Denise Carbonell /Flickr Knowing how and when to ask for help is a critical life skill that many children struggle to master. Their own ...

Bestselling author and leadership expert Simon Sinek recommends asking one simple question to help people trust you: Can you help me out? It's "such a common misunderstanding" that asking for help ...

The days of knocking on your neighbor’s door for a cup of sugar appear to be a bygone era. Social media posts complaining about how reluctant people are to lend a free hand or unload a tough day go ...

A rheumatoid arthritis (RA) diagnosis can be life-changing. Fatigue and joint pain can make it more challenging to take part in your favorite activities. You may have to come to grips with being on ...

Research that overturns common assumptions about competence and confidence. Wayne Baker, professor emeritus at the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan, has spent much of his career ...

Asking for help is hard. It can make us feel vulnerable, like we’re sharing too much or admitting weakness. It can also stoke fears about our relationships and sense of self-worth — am I being a ...