Quitting or giving up does not necessarily make you a weak person. On the contrary, sometimes it means you are brave enough to create space for something better by leaving negative things behind.
Whether it’s a toxic relationship, dealing with fake people, a dead-end job, or living up to people’s expectations, at some point you will need to move forward and put yourself first.
Here are 5 reason why quitting can be the best thing you do for yourself.
1. Endings mean new beginnings
Quitting something that you’ve known for years is not easy, but it will give you the opportunity to start fresh.
It can create new possibilities that might just change your life forever. Having a clean slate also means you have the freedom to become the person you want to be and reinvent yourself.
It will also give you the courage you never thought you had. You can make it happen if you really want to, and all it takes is one bold move. It’s scary at first, but you will be relieved once it’s done!
2. It will save you a lot of unnecessary stress
If something makes you feel stressed most of the time, it’s most likely not meant for you.
Never let anything or anyone jeopardize your health. Stress, anxiety and depression come when we ignore who we are and live for others.
Sometimes, we really do need to be selfish, learn to say ‘no’ and put ourselves before others. Moving on will bring you a kind of peacefulness that you might find a little odd at first. Quiet and calm, it will finally enable you to think without all the usual noise in your head.
3. You will be able to find something that fits you
It will give you the chance to try new things and eventually find something that is more suitable for you.
Explore all your options. Be adventurous and learn as much as you can.
It doesn’t matter if you have zero knowledge on something you want to pursue. You might pick up a skill or two and find your passion along the way.
Don’t let your fear or self-doubt stop you. If you keep allowing yourself be trapped in a cage, nothing will change.
“In order to be free, we must learn to let go. Release the hurt. Release the fear. Refuse to entertain the old pain.” — Mary Manin Morrissey
4. You can refocus and redirect yourself to the right path
Leaving something that is not right for you will open new doors that can lead you to where you truly belong.
If you’re not interested in your line of work, look for something else. You might have to start from scratch, but at least you will be doing something that you actually enjoy or believe in.
You can always read or take a few classes to broaden your knowledge. It’s never too late to change your direction. Don’t feel stuck for the rest of your life.
5. You will be able to breathe again
Letting go will help you be in the moment and relax more.
When you’re not happy, your mind will be filled with never-ending negative thoughts. Worry, fear, and anxiety will take control of your daily life.
Instead of living in the present, you’ll spend most of your energy thinking about the past or the future. Once you move forward, you will spend less time worrying about the things you can’t control and focus on what you can do right now instead.
