Sometimes it’s best to step away for a while so you can rediscover what made you love dancing or the fandom in the furst place.

As I get older I see a shift towards longevity, preserving that youthful sense of creative play & wonder in the world.
Think about this before you quit & at ultimately don’t feel bad about trying something new. (6/7)

try moves I was afraid to try; I learned to be disciplined & build confidence in dancing. After the initial phase this became a tool to travel the world & meet interesting people. (5/7)

& you’re afraid of falling out of love with what used to be your favorite thing.

Here’s what helps me: Ask “What purpose is this hobby to me right now?” This answer should change over the years. In the beginning it was something to help me overcome fears, dancing in public, (4/7)

But as you get older, people eventually get a job and/or start a family. It shouldn’t be a surprise you have less time to train, travel, and compete because of adulting, & doing the same moves comes with higher injury risk.
You’ve been doing this dance/fandom hobby for so long, (3/7)

One of the reasons that comes up is “It’s not the same. People don’t get the same joy that they did when they were younger.” Of course it’s fun when you are young & have no other responsibilities. You can train all day & develop your <dance> skills. (2/7)

1. Isopropyl Alcohol spray
2. Underarmour shirt

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Great job helping children’s hospitals!

In all seriousness, there can be too much of a good thing. Plus sounds expensive.