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Episode 1640:

Margo Aaron explores the quiet moments of crisis that entrepreneurs face when the dream starts to feel like a burden. She challenges the glorified narrative of persistence by encouraging us to recognize when stepping away isn't failure but a sign of growth, maturity, and alignment with who we’ve become.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thatseemsimportant.com/entrepreneurship/when-youre-ready-throw-towel/

Quotes to ponder:

"Maybe you’re not a quitter. Maybe you’re just ready to be done."

"Letting go of who you were to become who you are takes guts."

"The next phase isn’t necessarily better or worse. It’s just different."

Episode references:

The War of Art by Steven Pressfield: https://www.amazon.com/War-Art-Through-Creative-Battles/dp/1936891026

The Dip by Seth Godin: https://www.amazon.com/Dip-Little-Book-Teaches-Stick/dp/1591841666

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