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[milady_vilya]

 Do you ever feel like you sell out to being practical?  The teacher I worked with before I left for England texted me and let me know the county was going to allow her to get another parapro (which is what I was) and would I like the job. I said yes and have been feeling like a bit of a sell-out ever since. I went to the interview today, which was

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[penwiper337]

Honestly, one of the bravest things in the world is doing what's ordinary and everyday at the expense of your dreams, even if only for a little while. People make a lot of fuss about starving artists who pursued their dreams at the expense of everyone else, but I've got a lot more respect for the people who compromised on their dreams in order to be basically good, sensible people.

But taking a day job is pretty much a given until you get established in the entertainment industry, I think. Look at all the actors who work as waiters and taxi drivers! Just keep on applying, and keeping your eyes open for opportunities, and maybe get involved in any local indie stuff you can. I know you're awesome!

[bonnie_halfelvn]

I work as an accountant. I went for the practical because I had no desire to be a starving artist. In retrospect, I don't have the right mindset, or the discipline to be an artist full-time.

I've always kept my creative endeavors on the side, sometimes making money at them, mostly spending it. It has kept me from hating doing any of the creative things I do.

I think some artist types cannot hold a "real job" because they go stir crazy. It's not a healthy environment for them.

It may not be what you wanted to hear, but if you are the type who can work a steady job, you should probably do that, if only for a time.