Never give up. It’s advice that is thrown around daily – but is it always right? We asked some folks we admire about their thoughts around how to know when to give up and when to keep trying

Giselle Flores Alvarado | Writer and Creative

There was a point not too long ago where I debated walking away from writing. I thought that because I wasn’t where I wanted to be, that maybe this life wasn’t for me. I think a lot of people who choose creative careers get to that point. Read more>>

Joy Wolfe | Spiritual Comedian, Writer & Filmmaker

If your mental health and finances are in a truly dire place like mine were, it might be time to reflect and possibly pivot. I love Los Angeles and the city herself is the star and obsession of most of my early work. Read more>>

Justin Jackson | Portrait Photographer

It’s basically blind trust you have to put in yourself. It’s investing in yourself knowing there’s no guarantee you’ll be successful in what you do. There’s a question you have to ask yourself though, wouldn’t it be worse to try and fail than to never try and continue living with regret. I think this realization drives you to push until you see results. Read more>>

Mahir Nebeu | Musician & Chef

I unknowingly discovered resilience. I am an adamant vessel of seeing things through to completion. I have a Taurus Sun and a Taurus Rising, with an Aries moon. I am far too competitive to give up. Metaphorically speaking, if you were in an English class, reading over an intriguing thriller, but with a slow start, you can’t skip ahead to the climax. Read more>>