JohnHopkins wrote:
Well, I personally haven't given up because I had one and now have a fiancee.
But I never gave up because giving up is pointless.
What does giving up have a chance of achieving? NOTHING.
At least trying might get you somewhere. Giving up definitely won't. You have to admit that, no matter how pessimistic you are.
"Relent, and you may transcend your situation"
Sometimes looking for someone else can prevent you seeing the problems in yourself that are the root of the problem.