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Asking Quote by Jessica Ortner

“The truth is that we won’t receive the support we need until we ask for it. Just because we can do it all doesn’t mean we should. And when we don’t speak up about our needs, we’re asking our loved ones to read our minds—and then we resent them when they fail our test. By not being open and honest…” quote by Jessica Ortner
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“The truth is that we won’t receive the support we need until we ask for it. Just because we can do it all doesn’t mean we should. And when we don’t speak up about our needs, we’re asking our loved ones to read our minds—and then we resent them when they fail our test. By not being open and honest about the support we need, we’re selling ourselves short and setting our relationships up for failure.”

Jessica Ortner

About This Quote

People must explicitly request help; otherwise others won’t know their needs, leading to resentment.

In simple terms: Ask for help directly.

Key Takeaway

Communicate needs clearly.

Themes

communication needs relationships

Mood

reflective empathetic

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • team projects
  • family care
  • friend support

Key Concepts

assertiveness emotional intelligence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What prevents you from speaking up?
  • How can you create a safe space for requests?
A Different Perspective

Some may feel uncomfortable asking for help.

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