Asking For Help

Today I was talking to a young, recovering addict about a, seemingly, insoluble problem he was having and I asked him if he had asked for help, he responded “no”.  I suggested that he try simply asking for help, with a sincere intent and see what happens.  As I told him, it worked for me, years ago and that he need not have faith or believe in anything.  When I did that, several years ago, the universe responded by coming to my aide.  At that time, I could not pray since that meant nothing to me.  Asking for help was possible.  Understanding is not required, but it worked.