A few weeks ago, I was thinking about all of the things that I would like to accomplish within the next ten years or so and what's stopping me from achieving those goals. I kept coming back to "a lack of time" as the main obstacle. While school and work take up the majority of my time, I have no plans for walking away from either one. I enjoy both way too much to cut them out of my life. That led me to think about the activities and positions that I currently hold that I've either lost interest in or have sucked the enjoyment out of what I've loved for so long. One of the worst feelings in the world is when you're stuck doing something that you no longer find joy in.

To clear up the fog of ambiguity, I'm primarily referring to my position as a content creator for the Odyssey Online. After nearly a year and a half of writing for this site, I have lost all enjoyment and enthusiasm that originally drew me to the opportunity. This news probably doesn't come as a surprise to a lot of my recurring readers. For at least the past six months or so, my articles have been inconsistent. I am tremendously proud of about a quarter of my articles that I've written for Odyssey but as the semester gets busier and work picks up, the articles are rushed and the quality suffers as a result.

If you have read my articles since I first started back in November of 2016, or are a new fan, I want to thank you for your support. I truly appreciate all of the feedback I get and feel honored when someone tells me that they really enjoyed a piece that I wrote. This decision is far from an end to my writing. In fact, I will have more time to work on other ventures, such as a potential blog and web comic series that I am developing. I also want to devote more time to my music and poetry. The main purpose for writing this final article is to show you guys that it's okay to walk away from something you've done for years. Heck, I even took a year off from Taekwondo during my senior year of high school to work and save money for college. The break made me appreciate the art even more and I don't ever intend on stopping again.

You should never feel forced to do something or be involved in something that is making you miserable. Sometimes we have to stick to a job we don't like to support ourselves or our families, but don't find complacency in it. Keep dreaming and actively search for something better. The same goes for a toxic relationship. Don't fog yourself up with instant gratification and attention if it means risking your physical or emotional health. You will find someone better because you are better than that.

As I wrap up my last article for the Odyssey, I want to say that I'm grateful for this platform allowing me to express my thoughts and explore topics that I may not have discussed before. I also want to remind you all to never forget your self-worth. You have skills and talents that should not be hindered by unnecessary restraints. Be confident, be brave and don't hesitate when it's your time to walk away.