The best thing is to find something you really love to do and enjoy that process for the rest of your life.
I married my Japanese wife Mayumi who I'm so happy with, she's been so supportive. I live part time in Japan at her house, so I've been always very influenced by Japan. Since I guess the 70's or so. I've come to appreciate so much of their culture.
I'm not Stravinsky, I never will be.
I always liked to make something creative.
Being a professional does not have a very high standard.
If it's something that I just can't get anywhere with, even if I think this could be a hit, I just drop it and it doesn't get developed.