Lost & Found - 2024

During end of year reflections, I tell myself, “Next year is going to be a big year for me. I don't exactly know what's going to happen, but it will be big”. Lo and behold, this year is no different, and here's why.

• I’ve befriended failure and unsuccessful attempts rather than treat it as my mortal enemy. It is through imperfection and “not being good” at swimming that I now am at intermediate level and know how to dive.

• The value of saying yes and showing up consistently has opened unexpected doors in life for me, leading to fulfilled ‘bucket list’ items. I’ve also unearthed parts of me I never knew existed, strengthening connection to my authentic self. Performing in a queer theatre show led to songwriting with a musician and academic. From showing up consistently with dedication and purpose, I’ve been invited to Canada to co-facilitate songwriting workshops. This will be my first time solo travelling overseas, which is simultaneously nerve-wracking and joyous.

• It’s become clear to me that there are no certainties or guarantees in life. My plan A fell apart, leaving me lost and directionless. However, it is through existing in limbo that I’ve discovered my ‘buried life’ and engaged in new experiences outside of my routine. It’s from this realm that I started a new podcast, began writing fictional horror stories, tried improv, spontaneously went on road trips, started public speaking and realised teaching is a passion.

I'm going into 2025 filled with excitement and desire to live life to the fullest because even if I don't always know exactly what I'm doing or have a direction, I have confidence that I can navigate life's unravelling course through being my own number one ch,ampion.