Maybe you’re struggling with a mental disorder or can’t find a solution to a problem at work. In either case, reaching out to someone, anyone, for help is just one easy decision. Or is it?Paris Prynkiewicz, podcast host and author of Crooked Illness: Lessons From Inside & Outside Hospital Walls, joins Java to discuss why asking for help can be so hard. She also shares her personal journey of being hospitalized, diagnosed with bipolar disorder, and finally asking for help.Asking for help is not a sign of weakness, but an act of courage and growth. You have to be vulnerable to your own feelings and thoughts, and vulnerable enough to accept the help and support necessary to make real change in your life, which takes tremendous courage.In this episode, we cover the reasons people struggle to ask for help, all the positive effects finally doing so can have on your life, the stigma around mental health, and more!Topics discussed in this episode:Paris shares her mental health history and careerHow Paris avoided being vulnerableThe effect of her bipolar disorder had on her asking for helpWhen and why Paris finally did ask for helpThe importance of supportKnowing your triggersWhat Paris thinks stops most people from asking for helpParis’ unhealthy coping skills before asking for helpHealing her relationships with her familyHow Paris got through her limiting beliefs and negative self talkDiscovering her bipolar disorder diagnosisA discussion on pride in everyday lifeSelf-worth and self-doubtShifting thoughts from the victim mentalityStarting her podcast and sharing her storyMental health is becoming less of a taboo topicSimon Biles sharing her mental health strugglesPutting your mental health firstHelping others by sharing your storyBeing open and talking about your struggles is keyParis gives 3 free resources to ask for mental health helpYou can check out Paris’ podcast, Master Your Mental Health here! And, don’t forget to pick up her book, Crooked Illness: Lessons From Inside & Outside Hospital Walls.Ready to ask for help? Head on over to the National Alliance on Mental Illness website for free resources: https://www.nami.org/Support-EducationConnect with Paris:FacebookTwitterTo learn more about character building qualities to become your true self, visit our website here!Head to Apple Podcasts to hear more episodes.Connect with Java:FacebookEmailInstagramLinkedInTwitter

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