To persevere or to pivot is a question that do-ers have been asking themselves since the beginning of time. It’s never a straight road when you are doing something new, blazing a trail, breaking a ceiling, or pushing boundaries, so it’s only natural to wonder whether to give up midway. How do you know whether to keep going or to give up?

Connor Eberhard | Owner of Eberhard Woodworks

Numerous times have occurred when I have wanted to give up. You start asking yourself “Is this worth it?” “Am I taking on too much?” Or probably the most common is “Do I even have what it takes to do this?” Read more>>

Tashayla Gomillion | Creative

That’s a great question. Honestly, I don’t believe there’s ever a true option to give up; in life, the only path is to continue forward, steadfast in pursuit of destiny. A wise pastor once said, ‘never make temporary seasons your permanent place,’ and that has become my guiding principle on this journey toward fulfillment. Read more>>

Terence Brandt | Producer, Recording/Mix Engineer

I always keep the big picture in mind. I understand that on this journey, there are going to be hardships and roadblocks, but I keep in mind the relationships I want to have and the vision I have for my life. Most importantly, I think about how bad I want it. Read more>>

Aisha Smith & Miyah Cooper | Licensed Aesthetician & Licensed Massage Therapist

We would say the key to know whether to keep going or give up is definitely GOD. If you put god first he will lead you ! Trust the process but most importantly trust gods process. Another thing that lets us know to going is our friends, our family and most importantly our guests.  Read more>>

Yohana Gebremicael | Realtor & Founder of @inthekno

Wow. This question is powerful. This was a question that I used to pray about it all the time (I would be lying if I didn’t admit that I still do at times). I am a pretty spiritual person so that plays a big factor when I answer this. Read more>>

Amalia González-Cidre | Actor & Poet

The hardest part about being a creative is pushing forward. For me, it’s the rush of happiness I get entering a rehearsal space, receiving a casting notice, that final curtain—those feelings are what make every “no” worth it. Once that passion dies, that’s when it may be best to pursue a different path, but for me I still feel that fire in my chest and that’s where I find the strength not to give up. Read more>>