May I ask a question? When was the last time you admitted you needed to be encouraged?  Sometimes we have a tendency due to prior negative experiences, fear of rejection, and pride not to disclose our needs or our desires. There may be this perception that others should know what we need and so we wait, wait, and wait becoming more discouraged because of unmet needs. Connection and vulnerability are two important aspect of receiving and giving encouragement. Tune into the podcast via www.talkingwithdrtoy.com. I look forward to connecting with you.