I started writing this on July 26, 5 days before my birthday. I am taking a few days break from work to celebrate. But before that, let us take a quick look at my 41. A lot has happened in the past 12 months of my life. The pandemic for one has brought unprecedented challenges at work and has tested me up to my limits. I thank God for keeping me and my family safe from Covid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
My 41 was amazing to say the least. The saying you cant teach an old dog new tricks, is untrue for me. I taught myself how to bake. I learned how to take care of plants ( well sort of, most of them are thriving ). Most importantly, I became more patient and have accepted that things will not always go my way. I have learned to let go and let God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is on my 41 that I realized how important it is to live in the NOW, not in the PAST, and certainly not in the FUTURE. I tend to worry about what is going to happen in the years to come that I get so blinded and take what I have now for granted. Sometimes, I get so stuck in the past and forget that there is nothing I can do to bring back time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is on my 41 that I get to love my family a little more. Ive learned how to ditch drama, and just be there for my family whenever they need me. Yes, I did major stuff this year. To be honest, as I write this, I feel like I need to catch my breath and have lived five years in this one. But it is all worth it. It is on my 41 that I learned to love myself a little more. I forgave myself for those things that I failed to do. But promised myself that I will try harder the next time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
On my 41, I may not have met all my goals but I have moved some major career and personal mountains. There were moments of feeling pushed too far extending my vulnerability muscles too much needing rest. But I just put one foot in front of the other and did everything step by step. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Turning 42, I want to bring myself to a whole new level of wellness. I have been sick a lot the past year. This is the consequence of working too hard and not getting enough rest and sleep. This year, I want to invest in wellness through retreats, exercising, eating nutritious food, listening to my favorite songs or getting back to writing blogs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
There is a slight chance I will slide back to my old habits. But I promise to be consistent and celebrate even the small wins. I will have faith in myself. At the end of the day, I am the one in the drivers seat and I can be a pretty good driver if I let myself be. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I will continue to step out of the comfort zone like I always do. Work less, travel more, read a different book, try different food and keep connected to people. I will make the most of my worst days and every opportunity that comes my way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
On my 42, I want to leave things that hurt me. And live freely and happily with friends and family who are always there for me. I will stay in touch with people who have the same goals, passion and mindset as mine because I know they will not let me lose. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
So join me as I embark on this new journey. If you are one of the good people who were present on my 41 (and any of my younger and not so younger years), I want you to know that you all motivate me to be better each year. And for that, thank you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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