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Giving up often feels like stopping a race just before the finish line. It leaves you questioning, 'Why did I even start if it was going to be this hard to finish?' But sometimes, the obstacles aren't as insurmountable as they seem; we might just be overlooking a crucial detail.
Have I ever given up? Countless times. Sometimes it's from being overwhelmed by complexity, and other times, it's simply from lacking the necessary resources. One vivid example was a science project for a co-curricular class. It wasn't mandatory, but I had this grand vision of a beautifully painted cardboard house with intricate features. I gathered my materials and painstakingly cut the cardboard into shapes. After four days of work, it was finally taking form. Then, disaster struck. I fell asleep while working and woke up to find myself lying on top of my creation, crushing it.
I tried to salvage it, but the new alignment was off, and frustration took over. I gave up. The following week, I watched someone else present their project and receive a cash prize. I was disappointed, but I knew I couldn't change the past. That's just one of many times I've experienced this.
Is it true that people give up when success is near? Absolutely. Think of a math student tackling a complex problem. They struggle, sweat, and finally reach the last step, only to get stuck and have to start over. If this cycle repeats, they'll likely give up and seek help. We've all encountered similar situations.
Knowing when to persevere and when to let go is tricky. Personally, I give up when I've exhausted all possible solutions and sought assistance, yet still hit a dead end. Sometimes, I give up when the potential for harm is too great, like my brother's failed gas experiment that nearly set our kitchen ablaze.
The motivation to keep trying stems from belief. When I'm convinced I can achieve something, I'm relentless. I have a natural curiosity and love exploring new things, as long as they don't cause harm