2025...The first ripples
The past few months have been a bumpy ride health-wise, but taking a step back has been exactly what I needed. Now, as we dive into the new year, I’m ready to shift gears and focus on recouping and rebuilding.
The past few months have been a bumpy ride health-wise, but taking a step back has been exactly what I needed. Now, as we dive into the new year, I’m ready to shift gears and focus on recouping and rebuilding.
This year, I’m challenging myself to blog daily—even if it’s just a short post. I want to build on the momentum I gained at the end of last year. Sure, I’ve already missed a couple of days, but I’ll make up for it along the way. Doubling up on posts here and there should more than cover those gaps.
It’s a bit ambitious, but I believe this goal is achievable. To keep it manageable, I’m ditching the idea of pre-planned topics. I’ll write about whatever inspires me each day. No expectations—just letting the proverbial arrow land where it will.
I’m not one for traditional New Year’s resolutions since I have a knack for breaking them. Instead, I’m setting goals—five big ones, to be exact—things I want to work toward in 2025.
My 5 Goals for 2025
- Tackle Debt
My first goal is to work on paying off major debts and lightening the financial load. It’s not going to be easy, but chipping away at these big boulders will make a world of difference. - Improve My Health
Managing my diabetes and other health issues is another priority. I know some of my conditions aren’t curable, but even small improvements can restore some independence and improve my quality of life. - Write More
Writing has always been a passion of mine, and this year, I want to commit to it consistently. Beyond blogging, I’ll focus on short stories and fan fiction. Maybe—just maybe—2025 will be the year I finally finish the rough draft of the story I’ve been working on since sixth grade. - Reach 230 Pounds
I haven’t seen 230 on the scale in over 15 years, but I believe it’s within reach. I’ve already come down from 366 to 272, so this feels like an attainable milestone. My doctor might say I should aim even lower, but hitting 230 would make me incredibly proud. - Focus on Mental Health
This past year has been tough—not the worst I’ve had, but definitely a close second. I’ve battled depression for years with varying degrees of success. It’s time to prioritize unpacking everything and seeking the support I need to move forward.
A Bonus Goal: Choosing Happiness
I want to work on being happier—not by pretending everything’s perfect, but by choosing kindness and striving to improve my mood whenever possible. Over time, I’ve grown more disenchanted with life and snappier than I’d like to be. It’s time to change that.
As we step into 2025, I hope you all had a wonderful holiday season. Here’s to a year that brings us better days, more growth, and new opportunities.