Conditions & Recovery · NPR Life Kit · September 14, 2026

Quitting is sometimes the right decision. Here's how to know when to walk away

Quitting is often associated with failure. But choosing to walk away from a goal can help you save time, identify what you truly want and create space for other pursuits. This episode, how to evaluate your goal, figure out its cost and know when it's time to throw in the towel. This episode was originally published on Aug. 18, 2025. Show notes: Read a comic version of this episode here. Follow us

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