Why I Realized No One is Truly Independent

For a long time, I thought I was the definition of an independent woman. I felt that I didn't need anybody and could do everything on my own. I would tell myself that being independent meant doing things myself without asking for help.

But then something happened that made me stop and think. One day, I found myself feeling overwhelmed. I had so much on my plate: work, family, friends, and personal goals. No matter how hard I tried, I couldn't juggle it alone. I tried to push through, but the weight was too heavy.

That's when it hit me: I wasn't as independent as I thought.

I learned that everybody needs help sometimes. Nobody can do everything by themselves. For years, I thought I had to be strong and independent all the time. But the truth is, we all need others.

I started thinking about the people I admire—successful women, successful men, and everyone else. They didn't get where they are by doing everything alone. They had mentors, friends, family, and even strangers who helped them along the way. Behind every "self-made" person are stories of teamwork, support, and learning from others.

One that came to mind was a popular entrepreneur I follow online. She often speaks of the fact that she could not have built her business alone without the team, her family, or even strangers she met on her way. The success that she has achieved did not come solely because of who she is. She surrounded herself with the right people and learned from their experiences.

But that reminded me of something important: No one is "independent." We all depend on others in big and small ways. We learn from people, share our challenges, and lift each other up.

It's okay to ask for help and lean on others when you need to. Being strong doesn't mean doing everything alone; it means knowing when to reach out and support each other.

So, I let go of the idea that I had to be an independent woman who could do everything alone. Instead, I started building a support system. I began leaning on people who cared about me, and because of that, I felt stronger.

I learned that no one is self-made. We're all connected, and the more we accept that, the more we grow.