Skip to content
235. Help - I Need Patience episode artwork

Jan 16, 2026 7 min

235. Help - I Need Patience

from Now That You Ask Hosted by Akasha Halsey

Navigating life's uncertainties often demands a virtue that seems elusive: patience. As I sit here writing, my thoughts are consumed by concern for my 18-and-a-half-year-old cat, Sid. This past week has been a whirlwind as Sid hasn't been eating or drinking much, and last night was especially tough with him getting sick multiple times. At the emergency vet today, waiting for test results, I find myself desperately trying to embody the patience, a daunting task for someone like me who's historically struggled with this virtue. While I fidget through this in-between time, the uncertainty of what the vet may find looms over me. Still, I understand that no matter the outcome, letting Sid know he's cherished is paramount. Conveying that sentiment without overwhelming him is what I aspire to achieve, hoping to embody patience and presence, for his sake and mine, as we await the future together. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join host, Akasha Halsey as she takes listeners on a journey through her writing and experience with life’s most persistent questions. Thank you for listening! Listen to more episodes like this and subscribe to updates at https://nowthatyouaskpodcast.com

Episode details come from the podcast's RSS feed.

Embed this episode

Ready to play

235. Help - I Need Patience

0:00 7:28

No transcript yet.

Requests help us decide what to transcribe next.

Frequently asked questions

How long is this episode of Now That You Ask?

This episode is 7 minutes long.

When was this Now That You Ask episode published?

This episode was published on January 16, 2026.

Can I download this Now That You Ask episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.