when...

Did I become so stale? I used to have pride in my passion. My youth gave of power, and my faith gave me purpose. Why have I lost that fire? Why do I feel like I live day by day? It's not necessarily cynicism, but a lack of energy. I feel like I'm looking for the easiest way out instead of the most valuable way through.

I see my job as my job and because of it, it's become a chore that I've simply gotten better at. Where has the Eric from SUA gone? I'm longer passionate, just stubborn for convenience sake.

When did I become so comprising?

When did I become so undisciplined? In a certain sense, I have more time than I've ever had as a student, yet I've gotten less done. I think some of it is just perception but I've finally come to terms with myself that I've become soft on myself. As small as it was, I enjoyed receiving the "challenger" award my senior year. Now I have way too many excuses. I've gotten out of shape. I eat unhealthy food. I don't practice my karate on my free time.

When have I gotten so caught up with others' success at the cost of sacrificing focusing on mine?

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