"Hanging On" is about a family who is far from being normal. The family hustles hard every day just to survive. When they are 'hanging on' they can stay out of trouble, but it is easier said than done. "Hanging On" is about a family who is far from being normal. The family hustles hard every day just to survive. When they are 'hanging on' they can stay out of trouble, but it is easier said than done.