Dooley Noted: 1/26/2016
Over the past several years, I have built an intense schedule for myself.
In 2014, I noticed I worked 7 days a week for over 40 weeks that year, often from sun-up to sun-down.
I was driven by a mission, and I loved my work like I love it now. Recognizing I was missing out on other life facets, I started asking for help.
At first, it was small steps with accounting. Then, I took on scholarship patients who completed busy work to free up my time.
I started noticing pockets of time open up, where I could train, read, bond, or do higher priority tasks.
In 2015, I still noticed I spent most of the year in difficult relationships that didn’t work.
What I wasn’t doing personally was similar to what I had been missing professionally.
But in late 2015, I found someone who wanted to help me in my personal realm.
As I slowly adapt to having help, I realize it’s there – if I simply accept it.
It’s such a beautiful trait, to let people help you. It makes them feel as good as it makes you feel when you help them.
To give help without receiving it will ultimately deplete you. Also, you rob others of the joy they receive giving to you.
So when they offer help, consider it.
It may not be your instinct to accept it.
But if you do, you might find it bonds you closer to those who love to give.
As always, it’s your call.
– Dr. Kathy Dooley
