Reflection on 2024 and plans to write about meditation and the Canadian election
Happy New Year to you. It’s a fresh start.
This past year presented a personal challenge with my Parkinson’s diagnosis. I prioritized my health and feel strong and happy. I continue to read and learn about Parkinson’s, and I plan to explore clinical trials. My goal is to become involved in advocacy and contribute toward finding a cure.
Professionally, my career seems to have plateaued. While I enjoy stable employment and good work relationships, I haven’t encountered any new, stimulating challenges. If I were a decade younger, I might take a leap into a new opportunity—I have no shortage of startup ideas. For now, I’ll remain open to possibilities within my current role. You never know what might come along.
I remain an active hobbyist. This year, I decided to conclude my comic art journey. Despite exploring many drawing projects, nothing seemed to click. The Parkinson’s diagnosis reinforced my decision to move on, and the cognitive boost from dopamine medication inspired me to return to writing. I’ve been writing book reviews and essays, and in this new year, I plan to focus more on essays as drafts for a book on meditation. It’s a professional endeavor, and I’ve integrated this purpose into my LinkedIn profile.
Globally, this past year was difficult. The ongoing genocide in Gaza and Trump’s re-election weigh heavily on me. I feel helpless in the face of these tragedies. In Canada, an election is approaching and voting feels disheartening when considering the current party leaders. I plan to write a series of essays proposing an alternative approach: focusing on scrutinizing local candidates rather than party leaders. This shift in perspective could lead to surprising outcomes in the election.
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Last Updated on May 15, 2025 | Published: January 1, 2025