In this episode of Stretched Thin, Joel and Shannon dive into the frustration of feeling stuck, the danger of trying to do everything yourself, and why asking for help is often the breakthrough you've been looking for.

Joel opens up about his struggle to launch the STAY app and the anger that came from being fixated on one solution. Through counseling and honest conversations with friends, he discovers that sometimes our biggest obstacle is our unwillingness to ask for help or consider another path forward.

Shannon shares the realities of small business ownership, leadership, and the importance of surrounding yourself with capable people who can help carry the load. The guys discuss delegation, self-awareness, and why healthy leadership isn't about doing everything yourself—it's about empowering others to thrive.

Along the way, they talk parenting, daughters, pottery dates, AI debates, and the importance of recognizing your God-given strengths instead of constantly focusing on your weaknesses.

As always, the episode closes with community wins, celebrating answered prayers, family time, personal growth, and the reminder that none of us are meant to do life alone.

If you've ever felt stretched thin because you're carrying too much by yourself, this episode is your reminder that strength isn't found in doing everything alone—it's found in knowing when to lean on others.