The Power of Asking for Help: Overcoming Pride and Building Interdependence

In this episode of 'Permission to Evolve,' host and performance coach Brandon Thielk, along with co-host Holly Deschenes, discuss the challenges and importance of asking for help. They dive into personal experiences and societal expectations that make asking for assistance difficult, including feelings of pride, shame, and the fear of judgment. The conversation highlights the benefits of seeking help, such as emotional relief, accelerated growth, and new solutions, while also emphasizing the need for a supportive network and self-compassion. The hosts provide practical tips for identifying safe people to ask for help and stress the value of interdependence for personal and professional growth.

00:00 Introduction to Permission to Evolve

00:04 The Struggle of Asking for Help

00:19 Overcoming Pride and Ego

00:29 Personal Experiences with Asking for Help

01:07 The Insecurity of Not Knowing

01:33 The Reality of High Achievers

03:21 The Importance of Vulnerability

05:20 Childhood Influences on Asking for Help

05:58 The Burden of Independence

07:49 The Role of Safe People

10:14 The Journey to Interdependence

19:14 Self-Limiting Beliefs and Judgment

22:51 The Power of New Information

27:39 The Continuous Journey of Growth

28:55 The Power of Meditation and Perspective

29:36 The Role of Support Systems

30:04 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs

31:47 The Importance of Safe People

33:34 Navigating Asking for Help

34:22 The Dynamics of Vulnerability

36:54 The Benefits of Collaboration

43:37 Accelerated Growth Through Mentorship

47:00 The Value of Giving and Receiving

49:42 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways

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