I suppose if your hearts no longer in it, giving up temporarily seems like a wise idea, but defiently start painting when you get the inspiration and feel up to it. And of course, you don't have to limit yourself to painting, there's plenty of other areas to explore, which you know already.
I've recently decided not to pursue an art/illustration degree basically for the same reasons. During my foundation I found the briefs pretty intense, and if I'm not motivated enough to continue a course wherein you have to be conistently creative, it just seems silly. But for the most part, getting a job in that field is a tough world for a lazy twat like myself.
Anyway, best of luck.
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