Hey peeps.
I JUST REALIZED that I've written over one hundred posts on this blog!!!
This post is number #105, in case you're wondering.
It feels surreal to me, and although 105 posts might not seem like a lot to you, it feels like a lot to ME, me who is on a quest to being a writer.
I'd like to thank all of my followers and supporters for reading my blog, following, and commenting!
Somebody once said that writing is a muscle that needs to be exercised every day, or else it will seize up (remind me who said this? It's brilliant).
I believe this is true and although I don't write every day, I come close to doing so, not only on my blog but in my homework agenda, my diary, sticky notes, and letters. Writing truly is a passion and this blog has helped me in so many ways to become a better writer.
Speaking of passions, most of you haven't ACTUALLY met me PHYSICALLY, which means you probably don't know that I play guitar... I don't blog about it much. The reason for that is, I have way too many activities going on in my life and I feel I can't consecrate time to practicing guitar outside of my one-hour class each Wednesday... so I'm thinking of giving up on it.
But thinking of GIVING UP on something makes me feel terrible about myself and I am overwhelmed with a deep sense of guilt. I feel that my dad, with his "it's your choice, I guess..." is extremely disappointed in me, that my guitar teacher is extremely disappointed in me, and, most importantly, I am disappointed in me.
This question, whether I should continue guitar or not, has brought on a lot of stress to my thoughts lately and therefore, I ask you, do you have any insight to offer?
Any piece of advice will help.
Love you all. :)
First off, congratulations on 100 posts! That is definitely a milestone :) Second, I'm really sad to hear that you might be giving up guitar! I'm actually going through something similar with flute. I rarely practice outside of my lessons and I feel like everyone's disappointed on the nonexistent progress I've made. What I actually did was I'm going to take a break next year and stop lessons and band to take a breather. If I find that I'm missing it, then I'm going to return to it the following year, but if I feel happy with cutting that out of my life, then it was the best decision I could have made. It really depends on how much time you have and how you feel about it! People's likes and dislikes change all the time, so maybe this could be a lull in your passion and a year off could really help because without the pressure of having a sheduled time to practice, it's really helpful! Also, don't worry about your teacher and dad! If YOU want to take time off, take some time off. It'll still be there for you when you have the time again :) Hope this helped and good luck! :)
ReplyDeleteThat's a good idea. Thanks for your help. I definitely will reflect on it. :)
DeleteHey hun, I think that the choice of whether to continue playing the guitar routinely is something that is completely up to you. But I think you should keep these questions in mind while making the decision-
ReplyDelete1. Do you force yourself to practice and go to class?
2. Are you passionate about playing the guitar and does doing so provide you relief from the stress of the world?
Considering what you said in the article it looks like the answer to these questions are not and you find guitar classes and practice a burden on your goals.
If you feel that you could spend all that time doing something more productive(writing) , you should probably quit and play the guitar whenever you want as a hobby.
(Just My Opinion)
Hey hun, I think that the choice of whether to continue playing the guitar routinely is something that is completely up to you. But I think you should keep these questions in mind while making the decision-
ReplyDelete1. Do you force yourself to practice and go to class?
2. Are you passionate about playing the guitar and does doing so provide you relief from the stress of the world?
Considering what you said in the article it looks like the answer to these questions are not and you find guitar classes and practice a burden on your goals.
If you feel that you could spend all that time doing something more productive(writing) , you should probably quit and play the guitar whenever you want as a hobby.
(Just My Opinion)
I agree with your judgement. All this advice is helping me and making me feel supported. Thanks :)
DeleteHey, Carmen! Congrats on reaching over a 100 posts...I celebrated when that happened for me, although I've started up a whole new blog now. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry that you want to stop doing guitar...my older brother's life is guitar. :P Well, not exactly, but still.
Maybe you should keep it up as a small sort of hobby? Not concentrate on it so much?
Tane ♥
You see, that's the thing. Your brother's LIFE is practically GUITAR, as you say, whereas that's not exactly how I feel... I don't feel as passionate about it like your brother does. So I am thinking of doing exactly what you said and keep it a small hobby, but not concentrate on it much. :)
DeleteOh congratulations dear,
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My love,
ReplyDeletePop is super proud of you, whether you stick with guitar or not. (Same goes for me). I am also proud of you for asking for help from others and really weighing your decisions. You are supported by us to take a decision that makes you feel GOOD about how you spend your precious time. xxxxx Mom
Hey Carmen!
ReplyDeleteWell done for getting over 100 posts! I actually started a blog myself a few months ago, but I sort of gave up.... But when I see what you do, it makes me want to do write again!
Which brings me to my second subject. If, deep inside you, you feel that you really aren't made for guitar, then stop. Don't continue to do it, just to try making the people around you feel good. It may sound like a noble sacrifice, but it isn't.
However, if you actually like playing a bit, but you're discouraged because you don't have the time, or nobody shows any appreciation when you play, soldier on! Continue! I myself play guitar since 4 (or 5?) years, and whenever I feel a bit low, I strum the cords and already feel slightly better. And don't forget to check on YouTube and Internet to learn how to play the theme of a song you like. Like, I learned how to accompany a friend on a song of Adele, and I absolutely loved it.
Also, don't forget to play, just a bit, every day, especially on technique. It's the single most anoying thing ever, but really useful. Flexible fingers are crucial in guitar, so stop cracking those knuckles! It's bad for you (I don't know if you do).
Sorry for all the spelling mistakes in this comment, but I'm in a bit of a rush.
Follow your passion! And keep posting!
Carolina~
Thank you, Carolina, for stopping by! :)
DeleteGood advice... I probably will continue guitar. I didn't know you shouldn't crack your knuckles! I do it all the time (oops)!
Congrats on reaching 100 posts!
ReplyDeleteAnd maybe you should keep going on the Wednesdays, but not have guitar as a main focus the rest of the time?
Congratulations again!
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IT'S OVER A HUNDREEED! (Don't think you'ill get the reference.)
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