With the new year finally here, I feel like it’s the perfect time to take a hard look at my life and make some changes. Growth is just part of being human, but it’s not something that happens overnight. It’s a process—a journey. There’s always room to improve, to do better, and to be better. Whether it’s breaking bad habits, chasing goals I’ve been putting off, or simply trying to be a more understanding person, I just simply know that even the smallest steps can make a big difference over time.
Looking back at last year, one habit I know I need to work on is my love for junk food. I won’t lie—it’s a guilty pleasure I’ve indulged in way too often. Sugary snacks, soft drinks, you name it, I’ve probably overdone it. I usually find comfort when I decide to take soda or a packet of cookies, especially when I’m stressed or bored. But honestly, it’s gotten out of hand. I’ve been spending way more than I should on these things, and it’s not just my wallet that’s suffering—but my health too. I know drinking all those sugary soft drinks isn’t good for me in the long run, and sometimes I even feel like I’m addicted to them. For 2025, I’ve decided it’s time to take control. I don’t expect to quit them immediately because let’s be real, that’s tough. But I want to start cutting back, maybe swap some of those snacks for healthier options and find new ways to manage stress without always going for sugar.
Another thing I’ve noticed about myself is how I sometimes handle conflict. At times, when someone does something that annoys or offends me, I usually just keep quiet. I don’t confront them or tell them how I feel. Instead, I bottle it up and hold onto it, which only makes things worse. Over time, I’ve realized that this habit has affected some of my relationships. I start seeing the person in a negative light, even when I don’t want to. It’s not fair to them, and honestly, it’s not fair to me either. So, one thing I want to change for this year is to start being more open. If something bothers me, I want to address it calmly and directly instead of letting it fester. I know this won’t be easy, but I believe it’ll help me build stronger, healthier relationships with the people in my life.
Also, last year I had several misunderstandings with my friends just because I do say negative and abusive things to them at times. Although , I realised i normally exhibit this behaviour whenever I am angry. So this is something I am definitely working on this year. Although, i know it's normal for me to get angry but instead of saying different hurtful statements i sometimes wish I held back I would rather just keep quiet and just let things be.
Then the one thing i plan to do this year, is to step out of my comfort zone. I’ve always been more of an introvert—I love staying indoors, watching movies, or just scrolling through social media. My home is my happy place, but I can’t help but feel like I’m missing out on a lot of life by always staying in. This year, I want to change that. I want to explore the world around me more, go to social events, visit the beach, and maybe even travel a bit. I want to experience nature, meet new people, and just enjoy life in a way I haven’t allowed myself to before. This year i want to create a lot of memories that aren’t just tied to a screen or my room.
In conclusion, I believe this year is going to be year of growth, change, and stepping into the unknown for me. Of course, I know it won’t be perfect, and I’ll probably stumble along the way, but I’m ready to try. Change is obviously not easy, but I know it’s worth it and for this year, I just want to focus on being healthier, more open, and more adventurous. Who knows? Maybe this will be the year I look back on and say, “That’s when everything started to change in my life.”
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