We connected with some of the most resilient folks in the community and one of the most insightful questions we had an opportunity to ask centered around whether there was ever a time they almost gave up. Highlighting some of the responses below.
Shadow Kat
I feel like giving up all the time , I’m a dramatic scorpio with a need to dramatize so any inconvenience and I’m ready to run. Now as a more evolved person though I know that feeling is temporary there’s no way I could give up now with how far I’ve already came and through much worse things. Read more>>
Shanika Mulrain
There were multiple moments during the process of starting and launching Invigorating Wellness when I wasn’t sure if we should move forward. Even though we took our time; researching, taking courses, and preparing, I was still nervous about setting a launch date. We changed it several times. We faced challenges securing a startup loan, so we decided to launch a crowdfunding campaign. Read more>>
Malik Salaam
I don’t know if I have ever given up. My super power is my ability to stay in the saddle no matter how many times life tries to through me to the ground. Even when I am thrown off… I scramble with all of my effort to get back on and continue the ride. Read more>>
Kristopher Shelby
Of course there was many of times I wanted to throw it all away and just give up because it wasn’t happening fast enough but what I’ve learned is patience is the key , there’s was this verse Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Read more>>
Reverend Hylton
There have been plenty of times where I almost gave up but there is one time in particular that I can remember clearly. I was driving east through New Mexico with the set setting behind me. I had just had a string of shows that just weren’t good. Not good turnouts and I was feeling really defeated. Read more>>
Rachel Reiff
I almost gave up on acting. Actually, I’m coming off an almost 4 year break. I had reached a moment where I was so consumed by other priorities in life (namely, the birth of my two children), that I didn’t know if I cared to act anymore. Read more>>
Franchesca Moultrie
When I almost gave up, it was my late Pops who kept me going. Even though he’s no longer here, his strength, his words, and his belief in me still echo in everything I do. He taught me to never fold, no matter how heavy life gets. Read more>>
Dean Alsetto
Oh gosh almost every damn day but I’m human you know not every day I feel wonderful and full of joy I have my times when I don’t wanna do this anymore but I always remind myself god gave you a gift don’t ever think he that he won’t take it away if it’s taken for granted. Read more>>
Demartize Hall
I remember when I first started my business and it was slow and I was barely making any money I wanted to give up but I had a big support system that told me to keep grinding and they told me remember my purpose. Read more>>
Brian Gonzalez
There absolutely was. The truth about working in television is that it’s a gig-based world; you’re an independent contractor, which means you’re only employed for as long as a show is filming. When production wraps, you’re back to square one, hoping the next opportunity comes before your savings run out. It’s exciting, but it can also be terrifying. Read more>>
Billye Sands
Everyday haha! Luckily I’m stubborn and resilient. Read more>>
