I Remember When I Wanted to Quit...
I was trying so hard, but nothing was changing. It felt like I was putting in all this effort, yet I was stuck in the same place—no progress or results.
The more I struggled, the more I started thinking, "Maybe this isn't worth it."
Have you ever felt that way? Have you ever worked toward a goal and felt pointless because you weren't seeing results?
If you have, you know how hard it is to keep going. But before you give up, let me share four simple steps to help you stay disciplined and keep moving forward—even when it feels like nothing is working.
1. Remember Your "Why"
When things get hard, ask yourself:
Why did I start?
What made me take that first step?
Maybe you wanted to build a better life. You may want to get in shape, start a business, or learn a new skill. Whatever your reason, you had a purpose when you started.
But over time, frustration, doubt, and setbacks can make you forget that purpose. That's why you need to keep your "why" in front of you every day.
Write it down on paper and stick it where you'll see it.
Say it out loud when you feel discouraged.
Remind yourself that quitting means throwing away the progress you've already made.
"A strong "why" keeps you going when motivation is gone."-ks
2. Change Your Surroundings
Sometimes, the problem isn't your goal—it's the environment around you.
If you're feeling stuck, look at what's around you:
Are you in a space that makes you feel inspired or drained?
Are you surrounded by positive people or people who complain all the time?
Are you constantly consuming negative content on social media that makes you feel worse?
The truth is that your environment affects your mindset. You'll feel stuck if you stay in the same uninspiring, negative space.
But if you change your surroundings, you can reset your mind and energy.
Try these simple changes:
Go outside for a walk instead of sitting in the same room all day.
Listen to a podcast or audiobook that inspires you.
Spend time with people who encourage and support your goals.
A small change in your surroundings can make a big difference in how you feel and how much you get done.
3. Choose Discipline Over Motivation
Motivation is great—but it doesn't last forever.
Some days, you'll wake up feeling excited and ready to work. But on other days, you won't feel like doing anything. That's when most people quit.
But here's what disciplined people do differently:
They don't wait to feel motivated.
They stick to a simple routine.
They show up and do the work even when they don't feel like it.
That's called discipline.
Discipline is about doing what needs to be done, even when you don't feel like it. It's about turning actions into daily habits, so they become part of who you are. Think about brushing your teeth—you do it every day without thinking about it. That's the goal with discipline. The more you show up and take action, the easier it gets over time.
"Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment."-Jim Rohn
4. Make Progress in Small Parts
One reason people give up is because big goals feel overwhelming.
You'll feel stressed and burned out if you try to do everything at once. Instead,
Break your goal into small, manageable steps:
Want to lose weight? Start by drinking more water and walking for 15 minutes a day.
Want to start a business? Focus on learning one new skill at a time.
Want to read more? Start with just 15 minutes a day. Small steps add up.
And here's the most important part: celebrate every small win.
Every bit of progress, no matter how small, moves you forward. And when you acknowledge those wins, you build confidence and momentum to keep going.
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Staying disciplined when nothing works is not easy, but it is possible.
If you feel like quitting, remember:
Go back to your "why"—remind yourself why you started.
Change your surroundings—put yourself in a positive space.
Choose discipline over motivation—show up even when you don't like it.
Break your goal into small steps—focus on progress, not perfection.
Progress doesn't always happen overnight, but if you stay disciplined and keep going, you'll eventually achieve your goals.
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