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Reflecting on 2025

As 2025 comes to an end, I find myself reflecting on the year with a mix of gratitude, honesty, and perspective. It was a year that carried both meaningful accomplishments and real challenges. Some moments were affirming and grounding, while others tested my patience, health, and emotional endurance. Together, they shaped a year that felt full, imperfect, and real.

One of the strongest constants throughout 2025 was family and the people in my life who genuinely matter to me. Time spent with family, conversations that grounded me, and the quiet presence of people who care deeply reminded me that success is never just individual. Friends who checked in, listened, and stayed steady during difficult moments made a difference, even when they may not have realized it. Those relationships continue to be a source of strength and perspective, especially during times when life felt uncertain or heavy.

Professionally and academically, 2025 was a year of growth and follow-through. I committed myself to advancing my legal studies and sharpening my writing, research, and analytical skills. I completed demanding coursework, produced detailed legal documents, and learned how much discipline and revision matter in professional work. These accomplishments did not come easily, but they were earned through consistency, focus, and a willingness to keep improving. I am proud of the progress I made and of the foundation I continue to build for my future.

Creatively and personally, I spent time reflecting on my life story and continuing work on A Boy with Three Fathers. Writing forced me to slow down and confront memories honestly, without rushing to conclusions or trying to make everything neat. While that process was sometimes emotionally difficult, it was also clarifying. It reminded me how far I have come and how resilience has played a central role in shaping who I am.

The year was not without lows. Health issues and physical pain disrupted routines and limited what I could do at times. There were moments of frustration, fatigue, and disappointment when progress felt stalled or plans had to be postponed. Emotionally, there were days when carrying responsibilities and expectations felt heavy. Those lows were real, but they also taught me the importance of listening to my body, adjusting expectations, and recognizing that rest and patience are not weaknesses.

Looking back, 2025 was a year of balance—between effort and limitation, ambition and reality, progress and pause. Not everything went as planned, but much of what mattered moved forward in meaningful ways.

Looking Ahead to 2026

As I move into 2026, I do so with a sense of calm and intention. I am choosing to carry forward the lessons of this past year while releasing unnecessary pressure.

My affirmation for 2026:
I enter 2026 grounded, capable, and open to growth. I trust the work I have done, the relationships that support me, and my ability to handle what comes next. I give myself permission to move forward steadily, with patience and confidence.

Goals for 2026

• Continue advancing my education and strengthening my legal and professional skills
• Maintain my health as a priority, listening to my body and respecting my limits
• Stay consistent with writing and creative projects, without rushing the process
• Nurture relationships with family and friends who bring honesty, care, and stability into my life
• Focus on steady progress rather than perfection, allowing growth to happen over time

2025 reminded me that life is rarely clean or predictable, but it can still be meaningful. As I step into 2026, I do so with appreciation for where I’ve been, respect for where I am, and quiet confidence in what I am continuing to build.

Written by: Greg MD