Summary

In this conversation, Bill Lundgren and Jonathan Price discuss the importance of involving others in achieving our goals and the challenges of setting boundaries. They explore the issue of asking for help and the shame and insecurity that can come with it. They emphasize the need to advocate for oneself and the importance of establishing connections with others. They provide practical tips for speaking up for what you need and suggest starting small and practicing advocacy regularly. They also highlight the mutual benefit of helping and being helped by others.

Takeaways

Involving others in achieving our goals is important, but it can be challenging to set boundaries.

Asking for help is not a sign of weakness, but a way to learn from others and establish connections.

Advocating for oneself is crucial, and it is important to communicate what you need in a respectful manner.

Start small and practice advocacy regularly to build confidence and develop the skill.

Helping and being helped by others creates a mutual benefit and strengthens relationships.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and the Importance of Involving Others

03:02 Challenges of Setting Boundaries When Asking for Help

08:30 Advocating for Oneself: Speaking Up for What You Need

18:21 Starting Small and Practicing Advocacy

22:58 The Mutual Benefit of Helping and Being Helped

28:20 Conclusion and Call for Feedback

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