I'm fortunate; I've found it. This is after 15 years of training in other systems (i.e., Boxing, Muay Thai, Isshin Ryu, Tae Kwon Do, Wrestling, Escrima, Pa Kua Chang). I received Asst. Instructor status or black belt status in each before I moved on due to different reasons (e.g., re-location, instructor passing on, not satisfied with art's or students' combat methods, etc.) Most were contemporaneous while training.
I hope everyone finds what suits their needs specifically for their minds and circumstances.
I hope everyone finds what suits their needs specifically for their minds and circumstances.