When Quitting is the Winning Move
About this episode
The episode discusses the benefits of quitting and challenges the notion of perseverance as a virtue.
“Winners never quit” sounds inspiring—until persistence starts doing more harm than good. Journalist Lindsay Crouse, author of The Case for Quitting: The Surprising Benefits of Opting Out, explains why walking away can sometimes be the smartest path forward. Then Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Julia Keller shares ideas from Quitting: A Life Strategy: The Myth of Perseverance and How the New Science of Giving Up Can Set You Free. Together, they challenge our reflexive worship of grit and explore how to recognize when perseverance has become a trap. 🎁 Save 20% on a Next Big Idea Club membership when you used code PODCAST at nextbigideaclub.com ✉️ Get big ideas in your inbox with our daily newsletter. Subscribe at bookoftheday.nextbigideaclub.com Sponsored By: Shopify — Nothing stands between your idea and a real business. So go make it one. Start your free trial at shopify.com/daily FODZYME — Finally, you can enjoy your favorite foods without the pain. Go to icaneatagain.com/daily for 30% off your first order. Quince — Make your summer wardrobe easier. Go to quince.com/nbid for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
People in this episode
Guests: Lindsay Crouse, Julia Keller
Topics covered
- quitting
- perseverance
- self-improvement
- decision making
- journalism
Keywords
- quitting
- perseverance
- self-improvement
- decision making
- Lindsay Crouse
- Julia Keller
Sponsors
Shopify, FODZYME, Quince
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Next Big Idea Club
Books & works: The Case for Quitting: The Surprising Benefits of Opting Out, Quitting: A Life Strategy: The Myth of Perseverance and How the New Science of Giving Up Can Set You Free
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