To persevere or to pivot is a question that do-ers have been asking themselves since the beginning of time. It’s never a straight road when you are doing something new, blazing a trail, breaking a ceiling, or pushing boundaries, so it’s only natural to wonder whether to give up midway. How do you know whether to keep going or to give up?

Jennifer Gunlock | Fine Artist

That’s the key question I ask when artists are seriously considering quitting. I identify someone an artist when they can’t not do it. When I’m not actively engaged with my creative journey, my life feels incomplete, and I get restless and cagey. Read more>>

Sarah Rosenkrantz | Singer/Songwriter/Actor/Performer

As an artist, let alone as a human, this question feels like the essence of humanity, akin to “to be or not to be?” From my perspective, giving up equates to giving up on life, and without life, there’s no art. Instead of surrendering, why not reframe the situation, goal, or dream to become whatever it aspires to be? Read more>>

Harut Gevorgyan | Dj & Producer

You can give up when there is nothing left to share, or you run out of massages to transmit. But if you have something to say, I think you should keep going. Results and progress are inevitable, if you are dedicated and consistent. Of course, it’s important to understand how well this result matches your request. Read more>>

Marie Wilde | Actress

Hi Ravinah! Thank you for having me. I feel that if something is eating you up inside, you should see it through. I can confidently say that because it’s something I’m facing and I know someone can relate to this because no one is safe from it.  Read more>>

Geena Singh | Model & content creator

We’ve all had that one passion burning inside of us since we were children, and I think as long as we follow the path, we should keep going. Some people get lucky in life and their “break” comes sooner than others, some will be striving for years and become an “overnight success” while they have countless years of experience underneath their belt.  Read more>>

Joe City” Garcia | AKA: Urban Desert Cabaret – Guitarist/Singer/Songwriter

For me there is actually no choice! I gave up many times for lack of recognition, self-destruction, age, etc., they are really all part of the same thing—something we internalize as failure for not having met the projected standards of success. Read more>>

Andres Garcia | Actor

I think, that as cliché as it sounds, you gotta listen to your heart. I understand that sometimes you feel burnout or tired, but if you chose a path because it is your passion, don´t give up, something good will come of it. Read more>>

Lorenzo Breda | Film&Media composer and guitar player

When it comes to the decision of whether to keep going or to give up, my advice would be to never make giving up your primary option. Life is an unpredictable journey, often filled with unexpected challenges and setbacks. Furthermore, accept the possibility of failing, as it is part of our plan and also a great opportunity to learn.  Read more>>

Sallia Wilkins | Lawyer & Mental Health Advocate

I am determined to carry out my purpose while I’m in this earth realm. Life will always bring its hurdles but I am confident that I have strength in me to keep moving forward. I consider myself a resilient individual. Read more>>