Push forward then pause and reassess again. Repeat and press forward to the point of friction. Press until you reach the point where you see a new opportunity or a need to pull back and reassess again. 6. Allow yourself room to maneuver. When it gets hard — don’t surrender, don’t give up, don’t quit. Then you haven’t failed. All it means is you need to regroup and reattack. You’ve learned, you’ve gained experience, and YOU ARE STILL ALIVE.