I’ve felt a bit of this shame during the recession when it looked like we might lose our house.  I know the weariness of dickering with doctors over an easier payment plan.  And yet…we have always had friends who have generously given of themselves and their resources.  I can’t imagine what it would be like  apart from supportive friends.

Short, but important read on paying more attention:

https://medium.com/@marilynmcentyre/dignity-and-need-bf88656919f8