“There are a lot of things going on in my life.”

Chad Duell reflects on his condition General Hospital Coming out after 14 years and explaining why he decided to step away from the ABC sudser.

In a new interview, the actor opened up about why he chose to leave the long-running series.

“It’s an adjustment to life,” Doyle said during a recent appearance on The Guardian. Daily drama Podcast with Steve Burton and Bradford Anderson. “There are a lot of things going on in my life. There are some things behind it but one thing I said is that my father passed away and I am still coming to terms with that.

Doyle also noted his desire to spend more time with his partner and their young son, adding: “I’m preparing myself for the next chapter. Right now, I’m just trying to grow in ways that maybe I feel like I’ve stifled myself in certain areas, and sometimes you need to take drastic steps or Make yourself feel uncomfortable, and that’s not what I’ve done in a long time.

The actor said the door has been left open for a return in the future, but Doyle says he has “some things planned” for himself, adding: “It’s different because I have a baby now. But also for him and for me and for everyone, it’s doing what’s best for me – spiritually and mentally.” And everything – it’s only going to reflect my energy in a better way towards everyone around me, and I want to make sure that I’m taking good care of myself, which I haven’t always done.

It was in November when Doyle announced his departure General Hospital“After so many incredible years with General Hospital, I have decided to step away from the show,” he said in a statement on Instagram. “This was not an easy decision for me, but it feels like the right time in my life. I am so grateful to Frank Valentini, the cast, crew, and all Those behind the scenes who have been like my family throughout this amazing journey.