ELO keeps falling. do i just give up

Why wouldn't they? The account was created only 11 days ago. That is less than two weeks. No reason to worry about rating after two weeks of playing (or ever really).

One could enjoy playing chess at any rating for the rest of their life. The enjoyment does not need to come from the knowledge that you have a certain rating or that you are higher rated than some percentage of players or so.

Also no matter what rating you are at, you will never enjoy chess, if you simply don't enjoy playing chess. Sometimes you might enjoy winning or enjoy knowing that you are higher rated than your friends or whatever, but that is not truly enjoying chess.

It looks like your Rapid Rate is over 1200.
I'd like to keep at least 1000+, but that's out of my reach.
I Just hang around the 900s.
Just a while ago I was defeated by 800 ELO
thank you. Keep it up!

I don't think it's out of your reach at all buddy. There are a lot of players who have been playing for much longer who have yet to reach your rating level. And honestly you shouldn't Focus so much on rating. Up until 1400, 1500 it's mostly opening principles and tactics. Find one opening for black and white that works for you and that you have a general comfortable feel for and learn as much as you can about those openings. There are also certain traps like the fried liver attack that will yield some quick wins at your level. I know the Stafford Gambit has been made very popular, thank you Eric rosen. LOL but don't give up buddy. Just keep playing and enjoy the game. Losing is a part of it. And sometimes you lose a lot and that's part of it as well. I definitely get discouraged and down on myself but I always come back to the logical reasoning that I will lose and I will learn from it or I will continue to lose and learn nothing. I prefer the former. It took me 6 months to break 1,000. Here you are almost two weeks into it and you're less than 100 points away. You've got this dude. You've just got to cultivate a new mental attitude if you wish to progress in this game.

It might not mean much, but I believe in you buddy. I believe you can do it if you set your mind to it.

Yes, but I started at 400. It took me something like 3 and a half months to reach 1000. And it took over a year before I was 1200.

I just reached 1300, and yes, that feels good, because I know that my hard work is paying off. I have spent more than 100 hours on rated puzzles here on chess.com alone. On top of that, I have worked on a couple puzzle books and done more puzzles on Chess Tempo and other sites.

I have studied multiple chess books, taken chess.com lessons, watched youtube chess videos, analysed my games, studied GM games and so on.

I don't know exactly, but I am fairly confident I have spent well over a thousand hours on chess since I started playing in September 2021.

All of this I have done, because I enjoyed chess, even when I was 400 rated.

This. If the desire to learn better chess outweighs the desire to crank up a number, both will be attained in the end.

Look, I had the same feelings as you are currently having. I did indeed stop chess for sometime and started to think about it. Eventually, I decided to take a new shot at it, and I went flying up from 250 to 850 and second place in my school's chess championship. Just try playing some puzzles everyday to learn a little bit, play the bots or just learn one thing at a time.

If you really enjoy a hobby, but you feel like you're not skilled enough, don't leave it. I also had a hobby which I gave up at and every night I think about the regrets I have about doing that.

ELO is nothing except a number, and if it really annoys you you can play unranked. At 900 you have the skill and determination to become awesome player and beat all of us in this comment section. It doesn't matter if you lost once, twice, thrice or even a million times in a row, it matters that you keep on going until you can't. Play chess if you like to play it and don't quit because you feel like you're bad at the game. Because no one is bad at it, even my dog isn't.

Overall, I say do what feels right for you and what you enjoy. Don't stop because someone said you're bad, continue to become better.

“It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.” - Confucius 

It's common to experience ups and downs in chess, both in terms of your Elo rating and your level of motivation. However, it's important to remember that chess is a game that can provide many benefits beyond just winning games or increasing your rating. Here are some tips to help you develop a love for chess:

Focus on improving your skills, not just winning games: While winning can be motivating, it's important to focus on improving your skills and knowledge of the game. This can help you feel a sense of accomplishment and progress, regardless of your Elo rating.

Experiment with different types of chess: There are many different variants of chess, such as blitz, bullet, and correspondence chess, as well as different formats like Chess960. Experimenting with these different forms of chess can help keep the game fresh and exciting.

Learn from your losses: Every loss is an opportunity to learn and improve. Instead of getting discouraged by losses, try to analyze your games and identify areas where you can improve.

Play for fun: Remember that chess is a game, and it's meant to be enjoyed. If you find yourself getting too focused on your Elo rating or winning, try playing casual games with friends or trying out chess puzzles or studies.

Join a chess community: Joining a chess club or online community can help you connect with other players and share your love of the game. You can learn from others, share your experiences, and find new motivation to play and improve.

Remember, the most important thing is to enjoy playing chess, regardless of your Elo rating. Keep an open mind, experiment with different forms of the game, and focus on learning and improving your skills. With time and dedication, you may find that your love for chess grows stronger, even if your Elo rating fluctuates.