5 Things I Do When I Feel Like Giving Up

Introduction — We’ve All Been There

Let’s be honest: there are days when life feels like too much.

When your plans fall apart. When nothing seems to be working. When you’re so tired — not just physically, but deep in your soul — that the thought of trying again feels impossible.

I’ve been there more times than I can count. But over the years, I’ve found a handful of small, powerful habits that help me pull myself back up.

They’re not magic. They don’t erase my problems. But they give me enough strength to take the next step — and sometimes, that’s all we need.

Here are the five things I do when I feel like giving up.

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1. I Allow Myself to Pause

I used to think “pushing through” was the only way to succeed. But I’ve learned that rest is not quitting — it’s preparing.

When I feel like giving up, I stop. I take a break. I give myself permission to sit in silence, make a cup of tea, or go for a slow walk.

Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is to not keep running into the storm, but to step back and catch your breath. The world will still be there when you’re ready.

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2. I Remember My “Why”

When you’re tired, it’s easy to forget why you started. That’s why I keep a small notebook with reminders of my goals, dreams, and the people I’m doing this for.

It’s not just about ambition — it’s about connection.

When I feel like giving up, I read through those pages and remember:

• The promise I made to myself

• The people who believe in me

• The version of me I’m becoming

That “why” becomes my fuel when motivation runs dry.

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3. I Talk to Someone Who Understands

Sometimes the weight we’re carrying feels lighter when we share it.

I’ve learned to reach out — to a friend, a mentor, or even an online community. Not to get advice (though that can help), but to simply be heard.

A real conversation can do wonders. It reminds me that I’m not the only one struggling, and that even the strongest people have days when they want to quit.

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4. I Focus on One Small Win

When life feels overwhelming, big goals can feel impossible. That’s when I shrink my world down to one small, doable step.

It might be as simple as:

• Finishing one email

• Cleaning one corner of my room

• Drinking a glass of water

That small win becomes a spark. And often, that spark grows into enough momentum to keep going.

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5. I Remind Myself That This Feeling Is Temporary

When you’re in the middle of struggle, it feels like it will last forever. But I remind myself: I’ve been here before. And I made it through.

Life moves in cycles. There are highs and lows, sunny days and storms. Nothing stays the same forever — not even the hard moments.

Sometimes I’ll look back on an old journal entry from a time I thought I’d never survive, and smile. Because I did survive. And I’ll survive this, too.

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The Bigger Picture

These five habits aren’t fancy. They won’t fix everything overnight. But they help me shift from “I can’t do this” to “I can try again.”

And every time I’ve tried again — even when I felt empty — I’ve discovered that my strength runs deeper than I thought.

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Conclusion — The Moral

When you feel like giving up, remember: you don’t need to climb the whole mountain today. You just need to take one step.

Rest if you must. Breathe. Remember why you started. Ask for help. Do something small. Trust that this moment will pass.

Because it will. And when it does, you’ll be proud you didn’t give up.

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Thank you for reading...

Regards: Fazal Hadi