Sometimes, you need help. And sometimes, because humans are imperfect, you get help in a way that doesn’t really help you.
This has probably happened to you more than once, and if you really think back you may even realize that you’ve been the source of that unwanted help once or twice in your life. I know I have – despite my best intentions, sometimes the thing I offer isn’t what the person needs.
But here’s the thing – take the help. Be gracious at the offer. Because often one of the conditions for getting the help you do need is to show gratitude for all the help that’s offered.
The Opportunity Machine 