When the Holidays Are Over, What Do You Choose Next?
For Students Ready to Move FORWARD — and Parents Hoping They Will
When the holidays slow down, something else often wakes up.
A restlessness.
A sense that another year is coming, and it shouldn’t look exactly like the last one.
For some students, this isn’t about panic.
It’s about possibility.
They don’t want to drift.
They want to do something.
Passion Isn’t Just What You Like — It’s What You’re Willing to Learn
Most people misunderstand passion.
They think it’s:
Liking something
Enjoying watching it
Talking about it
Being a fan of it
But real passion is revealed when you ask a different question:
Am I willing to learn how this is actually made?
Animation, games, film, and storytelling aren’t just things to consume, they’re crafts.
They are built by people who decided to go deeper than interest.
People who wanted to understand the process, not just admire the result.
Imagine Building a Life Close to the Things You Love
Think about the worlds, characters, and stories that matter to you.
The movies you rewatch.
The games that stay with you.
The scenes that make you feel something.
Now ask yourself honestly:
What would it be like to spend your time learning how those things are made — instead of working a job that simply fills the hours?
For many people, work becomes something they tolerate.
But for others, work becomes something they’re connected to — because it’s part of a world they already care about.
Animation is one of those rare fields where:
Creativity and discipline meet
Art and problem-solving live together
Effort turns into something visible
You’re building experiences for others
It’s not easy — but it’s meaningful.
Meaning Comes From Commitment, Not Comfort
A life with purpose usually begins the moment someone decides:
I’m going to choose something and see what it takes.
Not forever.
Not perfectly.
Just honestly.
Learning a craft teaches more than a skill.
It teaches:
Focus
Patience
Follow-through
How to work when things aren’t instantly rewarding
Those qualities don’t just build careers - they build confidence.
Choosing Something Is Better Than Standing Still
Many students worry about choosing the “wrong” thing.
But standing still carries its own cost:
Boredom
Drifting
Self-doubt
Losing momentum
Trying something real, especially something you already feel drawn to, is not a mistake.
Even if animation isn’t the final destination, learning how to commit, practice, and improve will carry forward into anything you do next.
Learn the Art. Learn the Process. Learn Yourself.
At Hollywood Animation Academy, our Intro to Animation Classes are designed for students who want to:
Move forward instead of waiting
Explore animation seriously, not casually
Learn what the work actually involves
Discover whether they enjoy the process — not just the idea
This class isn’t about fantasy or shortcuts.
It’s about learning the art, learning the process, and learning yourself.
Some students discover:
This is exactly what I want.
Others discover:
I want something else — but now I know why.
Both outcomes are valuable.
A Thought for Parents
If your student is ready to be active — to try something real — that matters.
Engagement builds confidence.
Effort builds momentum.
Purpose grows from doing.
Supporting a student as they step toward something they care about is often more powerful than steering them toward something they’ll merely endure.
Sometimes It’s Time to try a direction
Making the choice to try is enough to move forward.
If animation, storytelling, games, or visual worlds already matter to you — choosing to learn how they’re made is a meaningful place to begin.
Choose something you love to be part of.
The future isn’t found by waiting.
Try out an intro to animation course - starting in March 2026
If you want a safe, smart, and exciting way to explore animation before committing to a full program, Hollywood Animation Academy’s Intro to Animation Online class is exactly designed for that. Join a small group and your instructor online live via zoom one evening a week for eight weeks.
You’ll learn real industry tools hands-on with software access
Build your first professional-quality animations
Understand how storytelling actually works
Discover what part of animation you’re best at
Get taught by people who have worked in real studios
And walk away with portfolio pieces — not theory
Before choosing a college or committing to an animation career path, this class gives you clarity, confidence, and a real taste of the industry.
If you’re serious about your creative future, start with the Intro to Animation Online class at Hollywood Animation Academy. It’s the safest and smartest way to find out if animation is truly your passion!
