We Don’t Have To Do It Alone

Lately, I have been reminded over and over again that we don’t have to do it alone.  In fact, we shouldn’t.  Often, we are surrounded by people who want to help, yet we don’t allow them that privilege.  Why? Do we think it will make us look weak? Do we not want to owe a favor? Are we addicted to our story of being the victim who is overworked? Do we think that our way is the only way? Do we not want to share the glory? Do we feel guilty about imposing on others? I am sure that everyone can relate to at least one of these.  Which is it for you?

When we allow others to assist us, not only are we receiving the wonderful gift of the giver, you are also letting that individual shine.  When you are working as a team, you each bring your own special talent and perspective.  We are unique individuals that have amazing gifts to share that are different from anyone else.  By allowing everyone the opportunity to bring “who they are” to the team whether that is a friendship, relationship, sports team, work team, etc., along with understanding what we bring to the team, we can create amazing collaboration towards an end goal.  But sometimes, we feel threatened by someone else’s talent because we have not realized our own.  Are you secure enough in “who you are” and what you bring to the world to allow others to help you so they can shine too?