“Commitment in the face of conflict produces character.” -Unknown

An obstacle could convince you to change paths or abandon your dream. A whim could lead you to question whether your vision is worth the effort. But odds are you’ll feel different down the line than you did in that moment–when you felt frustrated, overwhelmed, or impatient.

Before you make a decision to stop moving forward on a dream, ask yourself these 10 important questions.

Giving up may sound like a great idea, but one day it could be your greatest regret. And right now it could be the greatest obstacle to being the type of person you want to be.