It can be hard to reach out for help, even when we need it. Maybe asking for help strikes at our desire for independence, triggering fears of appearing incapable, lazy, or incompetent.
When I first started my journey at Walden, asking for help felt like admitting defeat, but my education was too important for me to allow fear, pride, my cultural background, or presupposed ideas to get in the way of progress. It was challenging to ask for help at first, but I’ve learned some things that have made it much more comfortable.
Peer Mentor Jody Nelson shares her tips for asking for help in this post on the Savvy Student Blog.
Don't Be Afraid to Ask for Help! (Blog)
For more resources:
- Visit the Peer Advice for Students for more resources created by Walden students for Walden students!
- Visit the Peer Mentors website to learn more about the Peer Mentor Programs.