We get it—sometimes saying “I’m fine” feels easier than explaining what’s really going on. But keeping it all inside? That gets exhausting.
If words feel too hard, try this instead:
-Text it: "I don’t know how to talk about it, but I need some support."
-Say this: "Can we hang out? I don’t feel like talking, but I don’t want to be alone either."
-Write it down and hand it to someone you trust.
Asking for help doesn’t mean you need to have all the words figured out. Start small. Someone wants to listen.
