Never give up. It’s advice that is thrown around daily – but is it always right? We asked some folks we admire about their thoughts around how to know when to give up and when to keep trying

Riah Michelle | Musical Artist

Its Hard to really find an answer to a question like this Because honestly you never know wether to actually keep going or give up. But for me Giving up is simply not an option. Even on the days when i’m tired and I don’t feel the urge to keep going I have to push myself because Giving up is easy initially, and then a year later your no farther then you where before, the only difference is life is still going, your still getting older but you’ve gotten nowhere and have accomplished nothing. And thats enough to help me remember everyday no matter what KEEP GOING. You will thank yourself in the end when you can sit back peacefully after pushing through and be happy that you acccomplished the thing. Read more>>

LaKiesha and LaQuasha Burke | Travel Advisors and Co-Owners of TwinTravels, A Travel Concierge Company

To us, passion is the motivating and determining factor if one should keep going or give up. Once Covid started, the travel industry as a whole came to a complete stop. With no income for over a year from our travel business, TwinTravels seriously pondered giving up and no longer being in business. People slowly began traveling again as safe Covid protocols were put into place and our passion and willingness to plan amazing and unique vacation experiences for our clients was the nudging we needed to keep going and continue our business. Read more>>

Keyana Darling | Influencer & Teacher

I can’t give up. There is no time for giving up. My children look up to me and mimic every little thing that I say, and do. If I want my kids to live a life of giving up and not working hard to get where they need to go then I have failed at being a mother. This is my personal opinion. We are the foundation for the future. We set the tone for our kids so whatever happens in my life and how I conduct myself my kids will eventually follow suit because they are being conditioned to do the things that I do. Read more>>