I go to ask for a favor, then swallow my words in the elevator

I want to ask for help, but when I’m alone in the elevator, I worry I’ll seem like I’m making a fuss, so I keep quiet.

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I go quiet when I’m about to ask — I want to ask for help, but when I’m alone in the elevator, I worry I’ll seem like I’m making a fuss, so I swallow my words.
It Stays After the Doors Close — Only after the elevator doors close do I realize I wanted to ask someone for help today.
I tie asking to my worth — When I hesitate to ask, “Can’t I even handle this alone?” makes me feel smaller than the need itself.
Write Down What You Need — Tonight, write one thing you need on paper. You can decide whether to ask after you’ve written it.
Asking Doesn’t Change Your Worth — A request is a way to say what you need. Asking doesn’t change your worth.