Goodbye 2024 Hello 2025. Today is the last day of the year 2024 and we will be welcoming the new year 2025 past midnight. How have the year 2024 been for you? What is your new year resolution? Over the past 2 years, I have been focusing on 4 main areas. They are mainly my Mindset, Health, Wealth and Skills. This is after I watched the YouTube video by Anthony Vicino.
Last year, I did the Wheel of Life assessment shared by Adeline Tiah. I need to improve on the Spiritual, Career and Work, Fun & Joy, Friendships and Health and Wellbeing. Did I achieve any improvements in those areas this year? Let me recap and share my progress below.
Health and Wellbeing
Again, let me touch on my Health and Wellbeing. In 2024, I shed 2kg from 72.6kg to the current 70.6kg. If you are keen to keep track of your body measurements, I recommend the Renpho body scale which had served me well over a year.
As you can see from the above Nike bar chart, I ran 118.6KM more than the year 2023. Despite increasing my running frequency and distance, my gains were minimal. My body fat percentage stood at 26.9% which is in the obesity zone. Yesterday, I went to the doctor for my health assessment and was advised to bake in strength exercises such as gym into my exercise routine. On top of that, I also need to control my diet.
A healthy diet becomes extremely high priority for me in the upcoming year as I suffered from high cholesterol and high uric acid levels. In December, I had two gout attacks which send my limping.
Career and Work
Career and Work had been a disappointment as my boss did not honour the job promotion he promised. Despite that, I was able to adjust my mindset and picked myself up and continue to do what is right.
I remembered what I wrote in the year 2020 which is a job done well in a corporate world doesn’t guarantee a promotion. When we work, the goal is not to be recognized or to be rewarded, the goal is to be VALUABLE. Because when you are valuable, the recognition and rewards will come naturally!
Not honouring what was promised will also destroy our trustworthiness. You can check out the Trust Equation that was often taught in Leadership and People management courses.
Wealth
Previously, I wrote about the total passive income that I collected in 2024. Thus, I shall not dwell too much on that here. The total passive income that I have collected in this year 2024 is S$19,705.08. The amount is an increase of 18.66% as compared to S$$16,606.89 of passive income I have collected in the year 2023.
On top of that, I managed to grow my financial assets by 14.33% to end the year 2024 at 86.44% as compared to 72.11% in December 2023.
Skills
I bought a few books which I am still reading. They are
When it comes to making a lasting impression at work, it’s not always about being the loudest voice in the room. Instead, focus on being smart in your actions and decisions. Show your colleagues and superiors that you are thoughtful, strategic, and capable of handling any challenge that comes your way. Instead of seeking attention through grand gestures or loud behaviour, let your work speak for itself. Be reliable, proactive, and consistently produce high-quality results. By being smart and not loud, you will earn the respect and admiration of your peers for all the right reasons.
Emotions can often feel overwhelming and uncontrollable, but with the right tools and techniques, you can learn to master them. This guide provides practical strategies to help you overcome negativity and better manage your feelings. By identifying triggers, practicing mindfulness, and developing healthy coping mechanisms, you can take control of your emotional well-being. Remember, it’s okay to feel a range of emotions, but learning to navigate them effectively is key to living a more balanced and fulfilling life.
In terms of skills, I also picked up making videos about REITs and stock investments. Currently, there are only a few videos I made. Do check out and subscribe to my channel here: Sweet Retirement – YouTube.
Goodbye 2024, Hello 2025
Similar to last year, I done my assessment on the Wheel of Life. The Wheel of Life is a powerful tool used in coaching and personal development to assess different areas of a person’s life. It is typically a pie chart divided into sections representing different aspects such as career, health, relationships, and personal growth.
Individuals rate their level of satisfaction in each area by marking a point on the wheel, which helps them visualize where they are thriving and where they may need to focus more attention. This exercise can provide valuable insights and motivation for setting goals and making positive changes in order to achieve a more balanced and fulfilling life.
I am glad to share that I have improve in all the areas. According to the above pie chart, I need to improve on my Health and Wellbeing. This is probably also my new year resolution.
Last, I wish everyone a Happy New Year and hope everyone’s dreams come true in 2025!
Hello My Sweet Retirement, thank you so much for your generous sharings throughout the year. Learn alot from your sharings. Here’s wishing you a blessed New Year 2025 with happiness, peace, good health & bountiful harvest in your investing.
Thank you for your kind comments and wishes. Happy New Year to you!