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Looking Back at 2024

January 23, 2025

It’s that time of year again—mid-January—when I find myself revisiting this space to reflect, organize my thoughts, and make sense of my feelings.

I feel that part of me is still unprepared for this new year. Usually, I start by writing a letter to myself, one I’ll read at the end of the year. But ironically, even with all this time to myself, I haven’t found the time to sit down and do it. That’s the trade-off of having control over your schedule—you have to rely entirely on yourself to stay motivated, to push forward, to keep moving

Should I write a year-ender post? Share my highlights, my dreams, my fears?

I am asking myself those questions while I am still dealing with the gazillion memories and photos that I haven’t shared and posted online.

Looking back, I feel like last year was about starting and navigating again after a difficult chapter. I’m so grateful to God for guiding us and blessing us with more than we could have asked for. I oftentimes feel unworthy.🙏

My content is mostly revolving around travel, and I feel so lucky to have explored new destinations last year. I even got to tick off Paragliding on my bucketlist.

I’m also deeply honored to have worked again with some of my favorite brands. Even after over a decade in this industry, I still get kilig whenever brands trust me to collaborate with them. 🥰

Last year, I also decided to say goodbye to my Pru Life UK family. For two years, I wrestled with an identity that didn’t feel right for me. I truly enjoyed my “adventure” as a financial advisor and I’ll always be grateful for the opportunity to work with such a supportive team, but it was time to move on.

I think the biggest highlight of 2024 for me was renewed relationships. I wish I could share more about it, but this is something that I want to keep to myself.

I’ve always believed in taking my time, and I embraced that fully last year. This year, I’m ready to focus and move with intention.

Always praying for the best, and ready for new adventures!

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