Why Is Learning How to Quit Well Vital to Your Success?

The art of when and how to quit.

John R. Miles
Change Your Mind Change Your Life
4 min readFeb 25, 2023

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Women upset with work staring at her computer figuring out how to quit well
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Knowing how to quit well is a valuable skill that can positively influence your life. Though qualities such as perseverance and commitment are also significant, the ability to identify and terminate pursuits that are no longer beneficial can help you avoid squandering time and resources.

On my recent episode of the Passion Struck podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Anne Duke, an ex-professional poker player, and authority in decision science. Together, we delved into her latest book, Quit The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away.

Why Should We Learn How to Quit Well?

Typically, it is simpler to quit when you no longer have a passion for something than to quit when you care about it, but it isn’t working out. However, the decision-making process can become more complex if other individuals (such as family members) have an interest in your undertaking or if you have minimal alternative options. These kinds of decisions usually…

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John R. Miles
Change Your Mind Change Your Life

Award-winning author, Speaker, and Host of the #1 Passion Struck podcast. My mission is to guide you in becoming your best self. More at www.johnrmiles.com