MJ DeMarco
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How many of us here self-reflect on the year?
The year end/beginning marks the line between what was and what could be.
Here are some questions that can help you assess how your year went.
Simply copy and answer, let us know how things went. I'll start!!
My answers...
What was your biggest triumph? Was there several, or none? Why?
Many small triumphs, like learning how to play piano, elevating my health/fitness/wellness, and structuring a new book that I am absolutely excited about writing, and finishing. Oh, transforming this forum into a private community as well!
What was your biggest struggle? Did you overcome it? If not, how can you change it?
Doing the work when things get hard, or when "I don't feel like it" -- accept the hardship, knowing it delivers ease.
What new habits did your form, if any?
Yes, I drink a daily health cocktail that doesn't taste well, I practice piano 4-5X a week, and I joined a gym (despite having my own home gym) I'm more regular at the gym and also created jump rope habit.
Are you better off financially at the end of 2024, versus the end of 2023? What worked, and didn't?
Yes, I continued my 24 year winning streak of improved net worth. However, my energies have largely transitioned to health interests so this is not so much a large concern.
Are you better off physically and mentally? What worked, or went off the rails?
Yes, I've eliminated sugar from my life as well as most processed food. The piano is considered a cognitive exercise. I put on a lot of muscle and reduced bodyfat, returned to my youthful days in my late 20s where I can fit into size 31/32 jeans.
Do you have any regrets, and if so, what can you do in 2025 to ensure that regret doesn't hold?
No regrets other than I wish it didn't take me so long to publish new books.
Did you learn anything new? Why or why not?
Yes, see above.
How have the relationships in your life evolved? Improved? Worsened?
The three most important relationships in my life have improved ... I need to work on my relationships that are on the periphery.
What triggered negative emotions, such as guilt, anger, sadness, or disappointment?
Anger: Social media and news. This was another triumph not listed above as I largely have exorcised all social media and news from my life. The news I hear tends to flow through here, through my stock market trading platform, or through 1440 newsletter.
Disappointing? Sadness? Hearing people in my life complain about their deteriorating health in their 40s/50s as they treat themselves with 5 medications and yet, refuse to change any of the crap they put in their mouth. You can't eat anything you want —whenever you want— without severe consequences.
Guilt: I need to learn how to just take a break without feeling guilty about not being here at the forum, or advancing on a writing project.
What small joys or moments made your days brighter?
Deep discussions with my wife. Petting the dog, walking the dog in nature. A walk through the cemetery to embrace the shortness of life. Watching my stepson evolve as a wonderful human being.
The year end/beginning marks the line between what was and what could be.
Here are some questions that can help you assess how your year went.
Simply copy and answer, let us know how things went. I'll start!!
- What was your biggest triumph? Was there several, or none? Why?
- What was your biggest struggle? Did you overcome it? If not, how can you change it?
- What new habits did your form, if any?
- Are you better off financially at the end of 2024, versus the end of 2023? What worked, and didn't?
- Are you better off physically and mentally? What worked, or went off the rails?
- Do you have any regrets, and if so, what can you do in 2025 to ensure that regret doesn't hold?
- Did you learn anything new? Why or why not?
- How have the relationships in your life evolved? Improved? Worsened?
- What triggered negative emotions, such as guilt, anger, sadness, or disappointment?
- What small joys or moments made your days brighter?
My answers...
What was your biggest triumph? Was there several, or none? Why?
Many small triumphs, like learning how to play piano, elevating my health/fitness/wellness, and structuring a new book that I am absolutely excited about writing, and finishing. Oh, transforming this forum into a private community as well!
What was your biggest struggle? Did you overcome it? If not, how can you change it?
Doing the work when things get hard, or when "I don't feel like it" -- accept the hardship, knowing it delivers ease.
What new habits did your form, if any?
Yes, I drink a daily health cocktail that doesn't taste well, I practice piano 4-5X a week, and I joined a gym (despite having my own home gym) I'm more regular at the gym and also created jump rope habit.
Are you better off financially at the end of 2024, versus the end of 2023? What worked, and didn't?
Yes, I continued my 24 year winning streak of improved net worth. However, my energies have largely transitioned to health interests so this is not so much a large concern.
Are you better off physically and mentally? What worked, or went off the rails?
Yes, I've eliminated sugar from my life as well as most processed food. The piano is considered a cognitive exercise. I put on a lot of muscle and reduced bodyfat, returned to my youthful days in my late 20s where I can fit into size 31/32 jeans.
Do you have any regrets, and if so, what can you do in 2025 to ensure that regret doesn't hold?
No regrets other than I wish it didn't take me so long to publish new books.
Did you learn anything new? Why or why not?
Yes, see above.
How have the relationships in your life evolved? Improved? Worsened?
The three most important relationships in my life have improved ... I need to work on my relationships that are on the periphery.
What triggered negative emotions, such as guilt, anger, sadness, or disappointment?
Anger: Social media and news. This was another triumph not listed above as I largely have exorcised all social media and news from my life. The news I hear tends to flow through here, through my stock market trading platform, or through 1440 newsletter.
Disappointing? Sadness? Hearing people in my life complain about their deteriorating health in their 40s/50s as they treat themselves with 5 medications and yet, refuse to change any of the crap they put in their mouth. You can't eat anything you want —whenever you want— without severe consequences.
Guilt: I need to learn how to just take a break without feeling guilty about not being here at the forum, or advancing on a writing project.
What small joys or moments made your days brighter?
Deep discussions with my wife. Petting the dog, walking the dog in nature. A walk through the cemetery to embrace the shortness of life. Watching my stepson evolve as a wonderful human being.
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