The Case for Quitting

How Letting Go Can Help You Build the Life You Want

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<p>'A book for everyone who strives for greatness. Lindsay Crouse's writing reminds us that quitting is not giving up, but is finding the power to determine our own destiny' <strong>MARY CAIN</strong></p><p><em>'The Case for Quitting</em>should be required reading for anyone feeling trapped by the pressure to push through' <strong>ANNIE DUKE</strong></p><p><strong>In a world that prizes persistence, acclaimed journalist Lindsay Crouse offers a radical strategy for getting what we want: Quit.</strong></p><p>We live in a society that champions perseverance, sweat, and tenacity no matter the cost. But what if our relentlessness results in failure, sunken costs, and poor health, rather than success, happiness, and vitality?</p><p>An endurance athlete and 15-year veteran of the<em> New York Times,</em> Crouse explores stories from across our lives - work, relationships, and broader goals - to argue that when perseverance turns against us, quitting isn't just a way out. Often, it's the first step to something better. A pivot. A break. A chance to go further - or be free.</p><p>She delves into the science of perseverance versus walking away from aspects of our lives, and relays a diverse blend of compelling personal stories, historical examples, and psychological insights - from the origins of the self-help genre to Bear Bryant's "hell camp" to the Finnish concept of <em>sisu</em>, resilience - to answer such questions as:</p><ul><li>When is it time to let go of unproductive efforts?</li><li>How does quitting make new opportunities?</li><li>When are relationships growing and when are they just a dangerous rut?</li></ul><p>For anyone at a crossroads in their personal or professional lives, <em>The Case for Quitting</em> is a groundbreaking guide that ruptures our core beliefs. Career seekers, athletes, entrepreneurs, and anyone exploring new opportunities or feeling stuck in unproductive routines will appreciate its insights on the courage and - importantly - strategy invol

Artikeldetails

EAN

9780008568030

Sprache

Englisch

Einband / Art

Taschenbuch

Maße

152 x 234 x 24 mm

Erscheinungsjahr

2026

Verlag / Hersteller

HarperCollins Publishers