If at first you don't succeed, give it up. It isn't worth the pain.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- This advice suggests giving up on difficult goals to avoid pain, contrasting common success mantras.
- In plain terms
- If you fail at something, stop trying because it hurts too much.
- What can you take from it?
- Sometimes letting go prevents more harm than persistence.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is giving up the right choice?
- How do you weigh effort against pain?
Another view
Giving up too soon can prevent growth and eventual success.
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