This iconic clip originates from the 1984 motivational video 'Be Somebody... or Be Somebody's Fool!' starring the legendary Mr. T (Lawrence Tureaud) as himself. In the scene, Mr. T passionately explains the philosophy of perseverance, stating, 'There’s a time to quit... and a time not to quit!' He uses his signature intensity and finger-pointing to explain that one should never give up when they are making progress. The clip has become a staple of internet culture for its unique blend of genuine 80s sincerity and unintentional humor. It is commonly used as a reaction meme to represent stubbornness, delusional optimism, or unyielding commitment to a cause. Users often deploy this template to justify staying in a bad situation or pushing through a ridiculous challenge for the sake of a bit. Example captions include: 'When the group chat is silent but I still have one more meme,' 'Me staying at the casino because the big win is definitely next,' and 'When the project is failing but you already put it on your resume.'