But the spark is gone. Practicing is a chore, and while you love your lessons, you are not sure if you really love the guitar. Sure, you enjoy what you've learned along the way, but you feel like you've satisfied the itch and you would like to have more time to spend on something else.
Is it okay to quit?
We are taught that it is not okay to quit something until it is finished. But how do you know when you are finished with the guitar? It's hard to tell. It is important to listen to yourself and do what is right for you.
It could be a normal plateau that all players experience. You might feel a renewed excitement by playing some new music, taking some additional lessons with a new teacher, attending a music camp, playing at a local jam session, or just taking a break.
Talk to your teacher about it. There is nothing wrong if you decide that you don't feel passionate about the guitar anymore. There is something wrong with you if you realize that you don't enjoy the guitar and you don't do anything to address the issue.
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