 Why bother persevering? Challenging times can take a toll on a person. Maybe you're going through a physical challenge like injury or illness, or perhaps it's an emotional challenge like a heartbreak. During seasons of despair, the temptation is there to throw in the towel. But when pursuing a noble cause such as nurturing a relationship, building a strong spiritual life, or just getting healthy, the people who make up our support system tell us, don't give up.