I used to paint all the time. Now I don't do it very often at all. My work from 15 years ago stands head and shoulders over what I'm capable of now. I'm prone to being easily discouraged...but I've made a conscious decision to forget all the negative shit that little voice in the back of my head tells me about the work that I've done. It's a new direction for me. I'm going to power through this awkward phase and get back to where I once was, if not better. This is my start:
Simple. Generic. But it's a start. I didn't put any pressure on myself for once, though. That's the real achievement.
In the past, I did it for other people. I'm seeing that now. This time, I'm going to do it for me. Baby steps... get back on the horse... find my voice...
I do know this, kids... it's easier to maintain it than gain it. If you have a hobby that you love, don't leave it behind.