Highly resilient people have excellent communication skills. Here’s a script for when you need or simply want help .
First remember it is an indicator of personal strength to ask for help. Choose a wise mentor, co-worker or friend to whom to make your request:
1) “I have a problem and I don’t need advice. I know my options. What I want is attentive listening. Are you willing to listen? When is a good time?”
2) “I have a problem. In the past your wise counsel and ideas were very helpful. Are you willing to listen and give me advice? When is a good time for you?”
Do you have any other suggestions for effectively asking for appropriate help?
Have you had times when it would have been healthier to ask for help? What did you do instead?
How do you decide who to go to, for what?
