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Jynka [2019-03-23 15:17:55 +0000 UTC]

Ok so this will probably all have been said before me, however I feel it's important nonetheless.
I have had this issue too for a really, really long time, I'm constantly criticising myself for everything, art, style, and in general wise.
I compare myself too much to everyone else around me, and it's a bad habit, and a hard one to break as well.
I can't draw half the things my friends can, and it pisses me off so badly, and when I try, and give it my best shot, I still compare myself instead of being proud I actually tried.

The thing is though, we all learn at completely different paces, and we all have unique things we can do, that others cannot.
For example, I can't draw humans that well and my friend can, however when it comes to lineless, she struggles and I find it a breeze to do.
That's because we can find some things more difficult than others to learn.
What matters isn't how quickly you learn, but rather how willing you are to learn. I get that it can be difficult to find motivation to draw something you're not comfortable at drawing usually, however practise over long periods of time does indeed improve your skills. Look at a piece of art you created when you first started up your deviant art, then at a piece you've made recently. The improvement is H U G E. I can guarantee you right now, the same will happen with all of the things you say you say you can't currently draw.

And for a matter of fact, you are incredibly talented, and I mean that.
From the writing you do, to your posing and lighting/shading, your art is one of the main reasons I'm always still motivated to get better at art.
I'm always left completely stunned by just how beautiful your art can be, it never fails to astound me.

And about only drawing mlp, I honestly get it, as my dad is always asking me for art to show to his art-industry friends, and I can never bring myself to show it cause I'm ashamed.
However you shouldn't be ashamed of it, because it's not the character that matters, it's the way it looks.
It could be a eye-bleeding Mary-sue pony, if you manage through your placement, anatomy, shading, etc skills to make it look good, that's all that should matter.

Overall, you shouldn't give a crap if you can't draw something someone else can't; because just like they have more practise in that field, you have more in yours. And with practise, you will be able to achieve anything you want. I too struggle to learn new things, however believe me, no one was born knowing everything, and you should take every challenge as a new journey you can take on with a reward of a new skill to add to your belt.

Just please don't give up, because you're capable of so, so many great things. <3

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Sadatrix [2019-03-21 07:03:58 +0000 UTC]

I'm going to yeet myself over there and give you a hug because you deserve it-

Everyone learns things at different paces. Just because it takes you longer to learn something doesn't mean you're less smart.
tbh all the knowledge they cram into you in school probably won't end up being relevant, it's ok to not be a prodigy at everything.
Honestly, I'd probably take me five hours to learn something too - and still sometimes I just can't learn it no matter how hard I try. 

Please remember that you are special, and are very talented
Like, I mean it
Have you seen your lighting effects? 
They're fucking gorgeous, they add so much atmosphere to the piece, even if it's just a simple sketch
I've looked up to your art for so long, I consider it leagues above my own.

Sometimes we can be our own worst enemy,
But try not to listen to that side of you
that's what it wants
Tell yourself that you are a fighter, that you will overcome this, that you are worth all the affection you get

Stay strong  

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Riressa [2019-03-21 00:35:42 +0000 UTC]

Oh honey, i'm not even sure what to say.
I never understood how other people can be so smart too.
But ya know what i guess not all of us is lucky to be good at public  school crap.
Y know what these smart ones will do 10 years in future? work at some factories,
because that is only thing they thought you at school.
Sit down and work as you are told to. Go get some food as you are told to.
Go home as you are told to. And do not dare to act out.

Let them be smart sheep they are and do your own thing.
You are not stupid sweetie, you are just not cut to be perfect little girl.
Fuck, you know what people makes shitton of money not just drawing ponies.
Peaple makes living out of drawing horse and furry porn, and ya know what i apploud them.
They do what they want and makes living out of it! And that is only thing that maters here!

You are most amazing bitch i met out there, so just be one and dont give two fucks.
Hang in there a little longer, you arent far from 18 and you are free then.
Just dont give in to the idiot influence, if you see something fishy just nope out of here.
If you need some of my shittalk just come to AO or to discord idk man gfdrtfyuguhkjnjbv.

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AdaKola [2019-03-20 22:47:35 +0000 UTC]

Please, don't give up.
I know how It is incomprehensible how others learn so fast and I just can't.
It's stupid but I've always needed more time to study or learn something.
I know how it is annoying, but I know too that I need to be strong and patient, then everything will be easy.
Just take your time.

You are special because you're very talented.
I haven't seen no one that can draw like you!
And drawing MLP isn't that bad.
But of course, I know that it's getting boring and stupid for us becasue we're getting older.
Trying a new techniques and styles is hard because we got attached to MLP style.
But no worry, hun! It'll get better!
Practise makes us better and better. It's hard to see but the results after couple of years are amazing!
Please don't say that you're a stupid b*tch beacuse this ain't true..
Everybody loves you.
Don't be so critizing for yorself.. It just makes you feel worse..

Try to talk about it with someone..
I was going to a psychologist last year and she helped me to get to myself.
Trust me, everything will be okay  

(I'm really sorry for my bad English TwT)

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13KeithXPidge13 [2019-03-20 22:17:37 +0000 UTC]

I feel exactly the same way. I know it won't help at all, but I'm breaking. I've been able to stop it before and handle it myself, but this time, I-I don't know if I can stop it. At least not alone. Go to someone you care and someone who cares about you and talk, maybe try to see if you can see a therapist or if you need medicine. Therapy isn't helping me, but I hope it'll help you....I care. And I know it may not mean much but I do. I know you'll get better soon...please try to hold on.

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