The Dilemma
We sometimes get situated in the middle of confusion whether to quit is a wrong or right decision, don't we? A lot of wise sayings tell us not to easily give up. That's true. If we fail, we should try again and again and again (with different ways of doing it). However we need to be careful, there's also a very thin line between being persistent and being a fool. So it is very important for us to have the wisdom of determining whether quitting is right or wrong. In certain situation, certain time, certain reasons, to quit might be the best solution. If we pay attention to war strategy, having a retreat doesn't necessarily mean we are to give up. It's just a part of the strategy to obtain the best outcome in a battle.
Indeed, it isn't an easy thing to be able to determine where is the line between persistence and foolishness. Yet, there are signs that we could take them into consideration to make wise decisions. By knowing these signs, it would help us to be more confident when we decide to walk out of the door.
The 4 Signs
You're consistently experiencing more and more frustration. Any kind of situation brings good and bad. But if it brings you negative feelings for a long period of time, you need to consider quitting or making an extreme change. At the end of the day you'll know that it is the right thing to do because you breathe a sigh of relief.
You've put so much effort but keep receiving a little value. There is a time to step back and think once you've sacrificed so much for something or someone, yet you get only a few from it/him/her. It doesn't have to be money. I am talking about intangible value such as happiness, well-being, appreciation, and affection. Get to know which one is worth to fight for.
You've realised that this short term gain will lead to long term pain. There are lots of manipulative things around us. Never get tricked by the things that give you temporary happiness but actually are threatening your future. See with your heart, for eyes could sometimes be deceived.
Your best friends keep telling you to quit. Real best friends think about your interest and put your safety in the first place. They sometime see things clearly more than you do. If majority of your best friends keep reminding you the same thing over and over again, then it's worth to listen to.
The Insight
Remember that there is no black and white in this matter. But once you've seen the signs, it's time to make a move towards the door. For every exit door is an entrance to somewhere else room. Vince Lombardi once said, "Winners never quit, and quitters never win." Well, to me it is not that winners should not quit at all in their lives, but rather than winners should know when and how to quit and then come back with new things.
Cheers!
