Hello,

I have been playing guitar consistently for almost 3 years. While I'm definitely improving and learning a ton, especially through GT 1 & 2, beginning Rock 1 and learning the "Made Easy" selection of songs, I'm also fighting a bit of discouragement with my progress.

Silly as it may seem, I thought I'd be shredding insane solos, improvising and playing most of my favorite songs by ear by now.

Anybody have any tips to fight the current feelings I have? Does discouragement ever fade? How long does it take on average to be able to pick up the guitar and play relatively effortlessly? Five, Ten, Twenty years?

I usually spend about an hour a day practicing techniques, chords, and songs. I also have a full-time job, wife and 3 kids, so maybe that is also affecting my progress? Any insight from the community and instructors would be greatly appreciated! Thanks.