But there is no reason to carry things alone! Not when you have friends to help you get through them.

[Unfortunately, Steve's answer doesn't really help Diarmuid understand any better. However, maybe if he asks a few more questions he can figure it out.]

Are people ashamed of needing help? Everyone needs help sometimes! There is no reason to be ashamed. And friends don't think helping each other is a burden. There is no reason not to tell them!