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Tomorrow is National Quit Day—the day most people throw in the towel on their New Year’s resolutions. Maybe it’s the allure of old habits, the slow fade of motivation, or the simple fact that change is hard. Whatever the reason, tomorrow will have more broken promises than my first relationship in high school. If you're looking for a sign to keep with it, this is it!
If you’re reading this, it’s because you’re ready to take bold action and stay in the driver’s seat of your own life. You’re not giving up, and you’re definitely not waiting for “someday” to roll around. Spoiler alert: someday won’t ever become TODAY without action.
Why We Quit
Let’s get real. Most resolutions fail because they’re treated like a giant leap off a cliff rather than a series of manageable steps. We set sky-high goals (hello, “run a marathon by March” when you haven’t laced up sneakers since high school) without mapping out how to get there. Then, when we inevitably stumble, we convince ourselves that quitting is the only option.
Here’s the good news: slipping up isn’t the end of the road—it’s just a speed bump. You can course-correct and keep going, but it starts with refusing to quit.
Take Bold Action Instead
The antidote to quitting is action. Bold, messy, imperfect action. So what if you skipped the gym this week or scarfed down a pint of ice cream after declaring a sugar detox? Big deal. Sometimes the boldest action we can take is simply taking the next step when we feel like quitting.
Here’s how to keep going when you feel like throwing in the towel:
1. Remember Your “Why”Why did you set this resolution in the first place? What’s the deeper reason behind your goal? Maybe it’s to feel stronger, have more energy, or finally tackle something you’ve been putting off. Write it down, put it somewhere visible, and use it as fuel when your motivation wavers.
2. Break It DownFeeling overwhelmed is a resolution killer. If your goal feels like a mountain, focus on the next step, not the summit. Want to write a book? Start with one paragraph. Trying to save money? Skip the latte tomorrow. Bold action doesn’t have to be big—it just has to happen.
3. Make “Someday” TodayIf you’re waiting for the perfect moment to start (or restart), let me save you the trouble: it doesn’t exist. Life isn’t going to pause so you can get everything together. Take one small action today. No, seriously—right now. Whatever you’ve been putting off for someday, tackle one tiny piece of it. Small steps lead to big changes.
4. Celebrate Progress, Not PerfectionDid you know that celebrating small wins helps build momentum? It’s true. So give yourself credit for every step you take. Exercise for five minutes? Win. Skip scrolling social media for 15 minutes to work on your dream? Win. Every action counts, and even the smallest win deserves a little celebration.
Refuse to Quit, Because You’re Worth It
It may sound cheesy, but it’s true. National Quit Day doesn’t have to be your story. You’re not a passenger in your own life, watching someone else steer you toward another broken promise. You’re the driver, and you’ve got places to go and goals to crush.
This is your year, and it’s not over just because one day or one habit didn’t go as planned. So buckle up, adjust your mirrors, and take bold action today. Because someday isn’t coming—today’s the day. 💪