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QUITTING: When is it time to let something or someone go? (Best Of)

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May 25, 2025
Explore the vital question to ask yourself about quitting and why it's essential for personal survival. Discover how big life changes can be liberating and the nuanced relationship between quitting and fulfillment. The discussion challenges societal pressures around resilience, especially for women, and emphasizes the importance of knowing when to let go. Hear personal anecdotes that illustrate quitting as a courageous step toward emotional well-being, transforming it from a sign of failure into an act of self-care.
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Quitting as Self-Care and Resistance

  • Quitting can be an act of self-care, self-love, and resistance against cultural pressure.
  • Society often harshly judges women who quit to protect their mental and emotional health.
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Quitting Every Day for Survival

  • Quitting daily is essential for survival and self-care.
  • Glennon and Amanda embrace quitting as a spiritual and practical practice to manage life's difficulties.
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Original Meaning of 'Quit'

  • The word 'quit' originally meant to set free and rest.
  • Its negative connotation emerged only 700 years ago during the industrial revolution linking quitting to laziness.
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