This is a submission for the 2025 New Year Writing challenge: Retro’ing and Debugging 2024.
As new year has started I'll refect to things happen in 2024, its high,low and everything in between.
What went well
Healthwise:
2024 marked a significant improvement in my physical health. I managed to shed 5 kg, a result of better self-control and consciously addressing my overeating habits.Careerwise:
I began my journey as a Senior Frontend Developer at a new company. Connected with some awesome developers and learned many things.
What Didn't went well
Transition to Web3:
I had set a goal to transition into Web3, but I didn’t see it through.I didn't work hard and smart enough for this.
Doomscrolling:
I spent too much time mindlessly consuming content, which often left me unproductive and unmotivated.
Unfinished Projects:
Started side projects and abandoning them halfway.This habit of jumping between tasks diluted my focus and left me with a list of incomplete projects.
Lesson Learned
Health is a Lifestyle, Not a Goal:
Crash dieting or sporadic exercise won’t achieve lasting health. I’ve realized the importance of making fitness a lifestyle—walking 10,000 steps almost daily, eating mindfully, and staying consistent with my habits.
Specific Goals Lead to Success:
Vague ambitions are ineffective. For instance, instead of saying “I want to learn a new framework,” I need a clear, actionable plan: decide which framework to learn, set a timeline, and identify resources to practice.
Finish What I Start:
Jumping between tasks hinders progress. Before starting anything, I need to ask:
How will this improve my skills or life?
What value will it add?
By committing fully, I can avoid wasted time and see things through to completion.
Step Out of My Comfort Zone:
Growth lies in discomfort. This year, I’m challenging myself to embrace situations and tasks I’d typically avoid.
Review Goals Regularly:
Weekly and monthly reviews are essential for tracking progress and identifying what’s not working. These checkpoints will help me course-correct and stay aligned with my larger objectives.
PS: This is my first article, also something I would avoid in past. But it's time to grow.
Top comments (1)
This is something I had to learn after burning out and trying to get my health back on track.
Congrats!