It is okay to seek help when our thoughts become overwhelming from "summary" of Get Out of Your Head by Jennie Allen
When our thoughts spiral out of control, it can feel like we are drowning in a sea of negativity and fear. In those moments, it is easy to believe that we are alone in our struggles, that no one else could possibly understand the chaos inside our minds. We may even convince ourselves that seeking help is a sign of weakness, a shameful admission of our inability to handle things on our own. But the truth is far from that. In reality, reaching out for help is a courageous act of self-care. It takes strength and vulnerability to acknowledge when we are overwhelmed and in need of support. By sharing our struggles with someone we trust—a friend, a therapist, a mentor—we invite healing and hope into our lives. We open the door to a new perspective, one that offers clarity and compassion in place of con...
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