The notion that we don't quit when something ends, but when the gap between who we are and who we are pretending to be gets too wide to hold, is the most elegant definition of existential friction I've encountered.
i’ve always told myself that I’m not a quitter, but sometimes I quit unconsciously I don’t know if to all that art or not
Strategic quitting, as you define it, is an act of intellectual honesty—a refusal to let an outdated identity or predictable title dictate one's future.
Thank you, Ral. I hear you on the unconscious quits. I have had a few myself, and that tension is exactly what pushed me to write this. Strategic quitting feels more like finally telling the truth about where you are, not walking away from what matters. Really appreciate you reading it.
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The notion that we don't quit when something ends, but when the gap between who we are and who we are pretending to be gets too wide to hold, is the most elegant definition of existential friction I've encountered.
i’ve always told myself that I’m not a quitter, but sometimes I quit unconsciously I don’t know if to all that art or not
Strategic quitting, as you define it, is an act of intellectual honesty—a refusal to let an outdated identity or predictable title dictate one's future.
Such an amazing essay💯💯
Thank you, Ral. I hear you on the unconscious quits. I have had a few myself, and that tension is exactly what pushed me to write this. Strategic quitting feels more like finally telling the truth about where you are, not walking away from what matters. Really appreciate you reading it.
I can’t help but extend this invitation. Planet Ral is curating its flagship Zine 02: RENAISSANCE, a project centered on renewal, transformation, and the art of becoming.
We opened 33 contributor slots, and only 16 remain.
Your voice has the depth and clarity that would fit beautifully within this vision. If you’re interested, you can explore the available topics and secure your spot through the form.
Deadline: December 29, 2025. Please DM for more details. I’d love to have you in this orbit. 💚