“I quit!”

When someone decides to quit, we often rush to label them negatively as lacking ambition, courage, or strength. Society has conditioned us to believe that enduring discomfort, ignoring toxicity, and conforming to the majority are virtuous actions. Quitting is viewed through a lens of failure, as "leaving what we have" rather than "embracing something new." This mindset is so deeply ingrained that we often overlook the boundless possibilities beyond our current situations. We fear judgement, failure, and being proven wrong. But at what cost? Our happiness, our freedom, our dreams?

Quitting isn't inherently bad. In fact, it’s often a crucial step toward starting something new and meaningful. It opens doors to new experiences and opportunities essential for personal growth. 

Life is not a straight road, and sometimes, changing the path that no longer leads us to the destination of our liking is the most empowering choice we can make. It's about realising when a chapter has ended and having the courage to turn the page.

What if you fail? Then you’ve gained invaluable experience. Failure is the guide that helps you discover ways that don’t work, which in turn brings you closer to finding a way that does. Have you ever met a person who has done great work without tasting a setback? Willingness to learn from failures, perseverance, and agility are non negotiable attitudes when setting out on your own path.

Let’s look at “quitting” differently. It is hardly about giving up, but instead moving forward towards a life that aligns with your passions and values. When you recognise that  you are in a situation that is not enabling you to grow or be happy, be it a job, relationship, or environment, you are free to look for something better for yourself. Embrace the possibilities that come with change and the learnings that come through that process.

Quitting is not a dead-end; if you take a few steps back, you will find a new route that you overlooked earlier.

Trust yourself, embrace change, and do not underestimate the power of starting anew.