Episode 132: Say YES to Help - How To Take Care Of Yourself Insight #1

In Episode 132 of Medium Lady Talks Erin shares the first episode in the new self-care series “How To Take Care of Yourself”. The first item on the list is one that most people definitely struggle with - saying yes to help that’s offered. This isn’t just about asking for help, which is naturally hard enough and makes many of us feel vulnerable and out of control! But there are many people in our lives who offer help or who are very available to take on tasks and support our needs for care - are you making the most of the help available in your life? 

Why is asking for help so hard? And why do we feel guilty when we actually get it? If you’ve ever resisted delegating tasks or felt like needing help meant you were failing, this episode is for you. In the new MLT series How to Take Care of Yourself, we’re exploring the deep-seated beliefs that keep women, especially mothers, from seeking support—and how breaking free from the “do it all” mindset is one of the most important steps towards sustained wellness.

In this episode, we’ll cover: ✔️ Why asking for help feels uncomfortable (and how to shift your mindset) ✔️ Small, practical ways to start accepting help without guilt ✔️ Letting go of control: why it’s okay if things aren’t done your way ✔️ How individualism and hustle culture fuel burnout ✔️ The connection between receiving support and true self-care

If you’ve been struggling to balance it all, this is your permission to let go and let others in. Listen now and start practicing your care  in a way that actually supports and sustains your well-being.

The series starts here! Episode 131: Why is Taking Care of Yourself So Hard?

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#SelfCare #AskingForHelp #BurnoutRecovery #MentalLoad #DelegationTips #MindfulMotherhood #PodcastForMoms #WomenSupportingWomen

Other Episodes (for your enjoyment):

Episode 120: 9 Small Things my Husband Never Feels Guilty About

Episode 123: Are You Guilty or Did You Just Make a Decision? My Final Word on Guilt (until 2025).

Episode 83: Is Your Self-Care Helpful or Harmful: A Book Review of “Real Self Care” by Dr. Pooja Lakshmin

Episode 117: Medium Effort Advice: Help, I’m doing too much, and none of it well!

Episode 126: Hear Me Out - Choose a Need for the Year Instead of a Word for the Year

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