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Originally Posted by musicflower16
I posted a thread a few days ago discussing my stress problem. And I feel that one of the causes that stresses me most is my violin.
I'm currently in high school and going into gr. 11 tomorrow actually.
I think I've been playing my violin since grade 3. In the beginning I did moderately enjoy playing it and now I just don't enjoy it anymore.
Yes, I've considered quitting lots of times but I just think I'm being an uncommitted person.
I do have some committment issues (NOT relationship-wise) so I've even gotten a pet bird to get some sense of responsibility.
SOO.... getting to the point.. should I quit violin? I really really don't enjoy it. Every lesson I have to go to, I have a dreaded feeling even from the very morning. I just don't want to seem like I have no responsibility and committment.  |
So you have been playing 8 years, that alone proves commitment, I would say. Take a break for a couple months, then see if you missed it and want to go back. If not, that is okay. Just don't do something if it makes you unhappy.
Also, don't be surprised if there is some backlash from the parents. They might well feel like the time and money invested has been wasted. But in the end, its really your choice.