Many of us struggle to ask for help, feeling like we should handle everything on our own. But the truth? No one does life alone. Asking for and accepting help gracefully isn’t a sign of weakness, it’s a recognition that support makes us stronger. Whether it’s childcare, work, or just emotional support, reaching out can feel uncomfortable, but it’s also necessary. This post explores why we find it hard to ask for help, how to do it without guilt, and how to accept it with grace. Because the reality is, we’re all better when we lean on each other.

Deployment is an emotional rollercoaster. One minute, you’re thriving; the next, you’re crying because their side of the bed is empty. From the dramatic goodbye to the sweet spot of having the whole house to yourself, every Defence spouse goes through a weirdly predictable series of emotions. Some days, you’ll feel like you’ve got it all together. Other days? Everything will break at once, and you’ll just have to laugh (or cry) through it.