We like to think that our problems are unique – very specific to our circumstances, the people in our lives and us. But in reality, the chances are, several others have faced the dilemmas we are currently facing and quite a few of them have probably overcome or found a way to deal with them. Deluding ourselves about our “special troubles” only keeps us from asking others for help in solving them. So the next time we have a problem, let’s put aside our conceit and fears and just reach out.