“Nothing makes one feel so strong as a call
for help.” – Pope Paul VI
Happy Friday!
Everyone seems to be getting sick. And not
only are we all sick down here in the Lou, it’s test time. From chemistry to
German to archaeology, professors tend to pick the same weeks and/or days to
give exams. It’s actually quite remarkable.
Although I haven’t gotten sick yet (knock
on wood), I wasn’t able to go to any of my classes last week. This means that
my entire week this week has been devoted to getting caught up in all my
classes and I know others are in the same boat. It’s not easy. It’s harder if
you try to get through it on your own.
Growing up, I was always taught that you
should be independent and not rely on anyone. I think this could have been a
really good lesson to learn, but it got taken a little too far. Until recently,
I thought that I was weak if I asked for help. I “should” be able to solve my
own problems. Life doesn’t work that way.
We all have needs. Sometimes they can get a
little scary and overwhelming. We can’t do everything on our own. My social
psychology professor would say, “People are cultural animals; we need each
other to survive.” We all need a little help sometimes, but learning to ask for
help is hard and accepting that help takes strength. They're a couple of the best lessons I've ever learned.
Stay strong and have a wonderful weekend!
Bekka
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