What would you say to a friend who keeps giving up on their goals halfway through?

A natural way to answer

I'd suggest breaking the goal into smaller steps and tracking progress. It's much easier to stay motivated when you can see how far you've come. I'd also remind them that a slip-up isn't a reason to throw in the towel.

Key phrases to use

• keep at it — continue working hard at something without stopping“Learning takes time, so just keep at it.”
• throw in the towel — give up or quit“Don't throw in the towel just because it's hard.”
• cheer them on — support and encourage someone, often loudly“Her friends cheered her on at the finish line.”