Poker Legend Annie Duke on How You Get Good at Quitting

Because grit without wisdom is just burnout in disguise.

We’re taught to idolize perseverance. Push through. Stick it out. Never quit.

But what if that mindset is quietly sabotaging our success?

In this paradigm-shifting episode of Passion Struck, I sit down with former poker champion and decision strategist Annie Duke to explore the surprising power of quitting. Drawing from her experiences at the highest levels of competition—and her deep understanding of cognitive science—Annie makes a compelling case: quitting isn’t weakness. It’s wisdom.

Together, we explore how to reframe quitting not as failure, but as feedback. We talk about why our brains are hardwired to stay the course even when all signs point to go—and how learning to walk away with intention might be the most courageous and strategic move we can make.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

Listen ad free to a powerful redefinition of quitting that might just change how you pursue success, freedom, and fulfillment.