Part of being strong and independent is knowing when you are in trouble.

Its not weak to admit youre having a rough time.

Its not weak to text someone when youre unsure how to overcome a certain obstacle.

Being Strong And Independent Doesn’t Mean You Do Everything On Your Own

Taylor Brandon

Its not weak to be vulnerable.

You dont want to confuse stubbornness with independence.

Even the most independent person is going to need to ask for help at some point.

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No one is superhuman.

Dont let your ego get in the way of your happiness.

Dont consider yourself a failure if you end up needing assistance.

Theres nothing wrong with relying on others.

Theres nothing wrong with asking them for favors and returning them later.

Remember, being strong and independent doesnt mean you gotta spend every waking minute alone.

It doesnt mean you have to cut everyone out of your world.

Youre allowed to discuss your problems with your loved ones.

Youre allowed to ask for their advice.

Youre allowed to request help.

Youre allowed to be imperfect.

Sometimes, the strongest thing you might do is admit you need help.

You should be proud of yourself for being honest with yourself.

You should be glad youre comfortable enough with yourself to act authentically.

Remember, being strong and independent doesnt mean you’re gonna wanna stay single.

Youre allowed to sit back and relax every once in a while.

Youre allowed to let others do something nice for you.

Just because youcando something on your own doesnt mean youhaveto.

you’re free to let others pamper you.

you’ve got the option to let them take care of you.

you’re able to let them spoil you.

You dont have to push them away.

Maybe you dontneedthem but that doesnt mean you shouldnt keep them around.

It doesnt mean you shouldnt love them.

You arent going to lose your independence when you allow others into your universe.

you’ve got the option to date someone and still be independent.

you might accept help and still be independent.

you’re free to be in touch with your vulnerable side and still be independent.