Ep 12: Want to Be Respected? Tell People How You Want to Be Helped. (Part 1 of 2)

Do you struggle to ask for help, even when you're overwhelmed? Do you find yourself quietly hoping others will understand what you need without ever having to say it out loud?In this powerful two-part episode of The Rest of Us podcast, host Dana Tenille Weekes opens up about her own journey from silent strength to unapologetic self-advocacy. She explores how independence, when misapplied, can become a mask—one that isolates and quietly demands that we carry everything alone.Dana unpacks two of three mindset shifts that can help reframe the way you think about asking for help, not as a weakness, but as an act of self-respect. They are: Redefine Respect as an Action of MutualityBelieve that People Want to Help You, which includes three takeaways:Help and accommodation are not the same thingYou may be surrounded by many people who need accommodating, so you have a distorted definition of helpYou are more concerned about your brand than your beingAlongside powerful storytelling, cultural critique, and actionable reflection, Dana invites listeners to pause, to reconsider the ego behind “doing it alone,” and to start naming how they want to be held, seen, and heard.This episode closes with a full reading of “Grandma tells a story about forgiveness” by Zia Wang, originally featured in the last episode, but experienced technical difficulties. Dana reads Zia’s poem again to fully honor her work. If this episode feels like a message or mirror, feel free to share it with someone who is looking to think about rest differently. 🎙️ Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. ⭐ Leave a 5-star review. (We are grateful for you doing so.) Until next time, rest, my friends.Connect with Us Website:www.therestofuspodcast.com  Instagram:@therestofus.podcast@danatenilleweekesSubstack:@therestofuspodcastLinkedIn:Dana Tenille Weekes