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A Year in Retrospect: Final Thoughts & Musings

I think you’re the absolute best.

To close out 2024, instead of making a list of things I have purchased / used / reviewed, whatever, I wanted to share something more personal.

I have surmised my 6 favorite learnings & concepts of this year— things that have inspired me, made me think, filled me with wonder, and made me giggle. I hope they add some spice to your day. Without further ado!

Make physical art!

I cannot tell you how much fun I’ve had this year creating things by hand. I am, by trade, a digital designer, and the amount of time spent in photoshop can take the joy out of creation for me. There’s something deeply enriching about stepping away from the screen and immersing yourself in tangible creation. I highly suggest setting aside nights to create whatever comes to your mind without the burden of a timeline. I have made things that have shocked me, far past where my imagination had allowed me to go before.

Focus on how you perceive your life

There is nothing more true to me than the quote above. My main goal for this year, and will be the goal for all my years following, is to understand more about how I can expand the way I think, why do I feel the way I do? I think this is so overlooked and misunderstood, especially in today’s world, when all we want is a perscription for a quick fix or someone else to compare ourselves to. The perspective of others is only beneficial if you can first understand why you came to your conclusions in the first place. Don’t tell anyone, but I really hope the TikTok ban goes through.