“Do I want to be free of this thing because it is a hard thing for me? Or do I want to be free of this thing because it is the wrong thing for me?”

This episode of We Can Do Hard Things reframes our idea of quitting as a powerful tool for self-care and growth. Glennon argues that quitting can empower us to let go of things that no longer serve us. Through deep discussion, the hosts point out that they have always viewed quitting as a negative thing and never really realized quitting can be a source of empowerment. They discuss personal stories about quitting experiences that ultimately led them to become better versions of themselves and evaluate the meaning of “quit.” The episode challenges societal views on quitting and encourages listeners to re-evaluate its role in positive change. A caller even shares how her daughter’s decision to quit a sport led to unexpected challenges, causing her to confront her expectations as a mother.

At rooh, we encourage you to listen to this episode because:

• We often struggle to recognize the difference between quitting because something is hard and quitting because something no longer serves us. Abby, Amanda, and Glennon discuss how they differentiate between the two and how to recognize the signs that are associated with each feeling.
• This episode encourages us to think back on decisions we have made in our lives in which quitting has been a positive thing rather than a detrimental decision. It allows us to rethink our definition of the word and use it as a form of empowerment and positivity instead of the traditional meaning.
• Abby, Amanda, and Glennon demonstrate how we can reframe our thinking to recognize that we are often choosing to pursue a new beginning rather than quitting an old idea or habit. They emphasize how this can help us realize that quitting does not always have to have a negative connotation and can be useful in helping us grow as people.