The Double-Edged Sword of Goals

Goals are beneficial as they provide focus and motivation to persist, but they can also be detrimental as they may hinder the ability to recognize when it's best to quit. While it's important to have goals, it's equally crucial to acknowledge that they can sometimes impede the decision to quit when necessary, especially for individuals raised with the notion to never give up. This dual nature of goals makes it challenging to determine their appropriateness, often necessitating reevaluation.

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