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The Verywell Mind Podcast’s“Friday Fix” is a short episode that features a quick, actionable tip or exercise to help you manage a specific mental health issue or concern.

WhenSimone Biles opted out of several Olympic events, my inbox was flooded with messages from readers and listeners who wanted to know whether quitting for mental health reasons was a good idea.

After all, most of us feel pressure to keep going when things feel hard. In fact, we sometimes think that the harder something is to do, the longer we should stick with it.

We’ve been told things like, “Quitters never win,” and “Never ever give up!”

Certainly pushing yourself even when things get hard can build character. Grit, perseverance, and hardiness are all key components of mental strength.

But does quitting a job you hate mean you weren’t strong enough to hack it? Does walking away from an activity you find frustrating mean you’re weak?

On today’s Friday Fix, I share how to know when you should quit and when you should keep going.

The Verywell Mind Podcast is available across all streaming platforms. If you like the show, pleaseleave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Reviews and ratings are a great way to encourage other people to listen and help them prioritize their mental health too.

Links and ResourcesThe Difference Between Mental Strength and Mental HealthFriday Fix: How to Stop Sabotaging Yourself

The Difference Between Mental Strength and Mental HealthFriday Fix: How to Stop Sabotaging Yourself

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