The definition of perseverance, from a dictionary: “Persisting in or remaining constant to a purpose, idea or task in spite of obstacles.” Given that defintion, you can see that perseverance can clearly be a both a good thing and a bad thing. Sometimes, when you find yourself wanting to quit something, that might be the wisest choice.
A New Definition: Wise Perseverance
“Persisting in or remaining constant to a purpose, idea or task in spite of obstacles, when such persistence is congruent with higher values.” In other words, if in your hierarchy of values, happiness ranks higher than money, don’t persist in making money in ways that cause you to be unhappy. If making money is ranked higher than a particular business, you might need to quit the business when you see a better way. Persist in the pursuit of your values, but not necessarily in the means to achieve them.
The problem with the idea that you should quit when something isn’t worth the effort, is that it’s often used as a rationalization. The idea of quitting comes to mind when the effort is difficult, but really does serve your purposes. This is...
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