Believe it or not, ask any player at any level and "most" will have a simliar attitude. Everyone wants to be better, all the time. It's an uphill battle that any instructor on this site will agree with. We are all always working to be better players, and humans :D
Along the way, there are a few things I have done that I feel have helped this process along. See if these can apply to you and what resources you have available to you.
The Company You Keep
- You are who you surround yourself with. Musically, you will never grow if you aren't in environments that challenge you. Even if it's just playing at church, with friends, or taking lessons; all of those things are great ways to push yourself. As individuals it's tough to push yourself without the motivation of others for a long time. Find the best musicians you can and work with them. It can be intimidating, but it's worth it.
Stay a Fan
- Find that part of you that first got inspired to play, and stick with that forever! I have found being a fan allows me to stay a big nerd about music and motivates me to practice. The best musicians I know at the core are ENORMOUS musical geeks that love to play, listen, and perform. I think if you asked any of your musical heroes if they were a nerd at heart, they would whole heartedly agree.
Those are a few things that I feel anyone could apply. Perhaps these can apply to you? :confused:
Douglas Showalter