Reaching out for help is hard. It is a big deal and a huge step to think about sharing the things we are carrying. You don’t have to carry my stuff. What if I get rejected? What if I’m too much?

…when we share our experiences and emotions with a trusted other, whether it be a friend, family member, or therapist, we’re not asking them to carry our stuff forever or to own it. We’re asking them to help hold it for a time.