Why is it always hard to ask for help? Is asking for help a sign of weakness? We are willing to help others, but often we find it hard to express our own needs. Toni Bernhard is the author of two books, How to be Sick and How to Live Well with a Chronic Illness. Toni has a resilient and informative voice of helping others with a chronic illness learn strategies to cope and thrive. Lori and Toni discuss specific ideas you can do so you can ask other for help in your times of need. if you have limitations that prevent you from doing a task, asking for help is a gift to you and the helper.