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Let me introduce you to one of my favorite strategies for a happier life. I call it: Borrow It.
You aren't on your own. You don't have to muster up everything that you need from within you. You can borrow it from other people — at no cost to them.
There are three ways to borrow: by watching, by listening, and by presence.
Watching: Think about someone you admire. How would they deal with the situation that you're in? Try acting like they would.
Listening: Reach out to someone and ask for their advice. Ask, "What would you do in my shoes?" or "Do you have any advice for me?"
Presence: Think about who you want next to you as you navigate this moment. Send them a message, saying "I'm struggling. Would you be there for me as I try to get through it?"
You will get so much further if you don't insist on going it alone. And you'll be so much happier along the way, too.