Knowing When to Quit

"In the face of an obstacle which is impossible to overcome, stubbornness is stupid." -- Simóne de Beauvoir

Sometimes we worry too much about being thought of as a quitter. Knowing when to quit is a sign of good judgment. As a parent we need to strike a balance between letting our kids quit something they have started and encouraging them to press on when they are filled with normal discouragement which is the result of facing a difficult task. Knowing when to quit can be a sign of real maturity and wisdom.