🤚 Asking For Help.. Fear, Anxiety & Depression

Have you ever noticed how some topics keep bubbling up in your mind but never seem to change? That itch to make progress can feel frustrating, especially when your thoughts skip around and you just want something to stick. Sometimes all you need is validation that you're not alone.

In this episode, we dive into why we listen to big ideas but hesitate to shift our habits. We also explore the mental dance of a dyslexic mind—how it loves to wander in a hundred directions at once, making it tough to settle. Let's take a look at how those struggles unfold and what steps we can consider.

What We Listen To But Struggle To Change

We all have that one thing we hear over and over. It might be a piece of advice from a friend or a gentle nudge we've known for years. Yet we do nothing with it.

Part of this inaction comes from overwhelm. Our brains can latch onto too many ideas too fast, and we hesitate to pick just one to work on. Then that sense of “I should do something about this” weighs on us. Before we know it, we've stored it in our mental library promising to get to it later.

The real challenge is deciding to give one idea our full attention. Sometimes it's fear of failure. Other times it's not wanting to leave our comfort zone. The key is acknowledging we do genuinely want to move forward, even if we're not sure how.

Why It’s So Hard To Ask For Help

Many with dyslexia or ADHD silently believe they have to do everything themselves. Admitting we need support can feel like we're letting others see a side of us we've tried to hide. We worry that asking for help might reveal our vulnerabilities.

But the truth is, help can ease the mental load. It takes the pressure off us to juggle everything alone. Receiving even a little guidance is a weight lifted. This is especially true when it comes from people who understand our unique way of thinking.

“My dyslexic mind runs away and struggles to find peace, and it struggles even more to admit I need help.”

That spark of honesty reminds us that it's not about pride. It's about freeing ourselves to move onward.

Finding Moments Of Calm

Our brains can run at a million miles an hour. One moment you're planning your future business venture, the next you're worried you forgot to pay your phone bill. It's normal.

To combat that pace, carve out small pockets of calm. This might be a quick stroll around the block, a moment to sip a warm tea, or a simple breathing exercise. Sometimes just five minutes recharges you enough to refocus.

Little by little you'll remember that chaos isn't permanent. These moments reset your mind and help it shift gears more smoothly.

Where To Go From Here

We often wait for the “perfect time” or a big burst of motivation. Don't. Real progress starts from tiny steps. Maybe it's scheduling a chat with someone you trust. Maybe it's joining a group that understands how dyslexia or ADHD can affect day-to-day life.

If you want more structured help, check out the Right Siders Tribe. They're an organisation focused on supporting neurodiverse thinkers. You can visit Right Siders Tribe for resources and community. It won't solve everything overnight, but it's a start that helps you feel less alone.

Key Takeaways

• Our minds love to hold onto ideas but rarely pick one to act on.
• Admitting we need help isn't weakness. It's a pathway to real change.
• Brief moments of calm can interrupt chaos and anchor us in the present.
• Tiny steps beat waiting for the perfect moment to transform habits.

There's so much more nuance to this topic, and we only scratched the surface here. If you're curious about all the twists and turns of dyslexic thinking, I'd invite you to listen to the full episode. Tune in at the top of this page for the complete conversation—your next insight might change everything.