spent 10 years doing the job of an idol thrice over without ever half-assing a moment of it or complaining i think mark could announce his retirement and nobody could say the decision isn't deserved
to walk away from what has been your identity for more than a decade. to truly decide what you think is best for you after being so selfless for so many yrs.
the great courage of beginning again.
wishing you the best, mark. you worked hard & did well. now, onto your new path 💫
“nothing lasts forever, but wishing for something to be forever is also a form of love. even if it hurts to let someone go, wanting to let them go is also love, I think.”
tbh for mark to leave sm on his own terms without scandal, with such a strong career behind him since debut, for him to choose himself and put forth the truth that his goal and his happiness comes first... its a good thing to see in the current industry. endlessly proud of you