Reflecting on 2025: A Year of Struggles, Growth, and Gratitude

As we step into 2026, I can’t help but take to pause and take a moment to reflect on the past year that was, 2025. It was a year filled with both highs and lows, and, honestly, it was one of the toughest I’ve ever faced. But despite all the struggles, there’s so much to be grateful for, and I think it’s important to recognize that, even when things seemed impossible and uncertain.

Financial hardship really tested me in ways I never thought of. There were moments when I felt like I was on the brink of calling it quits, when the weight of not having enough to make ends meet felt too heavy to bear. There were days when I questioned whether it was worth pushing through, whether all the sacrifices would even make a difference in the long run. It’s hard to explain how demoralizing it feels when you’re doing your best but still can’t see a way out of the hole you’re in.

There were times I thought I might lose everything, my home, my happiness, my peace of mind, even my sense of who I am. There were sleepless nights spent wondering if I would ever break free from this cycle of stress, struggle and uncertainty. It’s a strange feeling when financial problems seem to affect everything else, from your mental health to your relationships. I know I wasn’t the only one facing these kinds of challenges, but it can still feel isolating at times.

Despite all this, there were moments of clarity and strength I found along the way. The ups weren’t as frequent as I’d like, but they made me realize how resilient and strong I really am. I learned that sometimes, it’s the little wins that matter the most. A small success, like getting through a tough week or finding a temporary solution to a problem, became something worth celebrating. I realized that even when things were dark, there was still light to be found in the most unexpected places I never thought of.

I’m incredibly grateful that I made it through 2025 without ending up in a worse situation or without landing in prison or the hospital, which I know could have been a possibility given the stress and anxiety I went through while looking back now. That thought alone is a reminder of just how far I’ve come, even when I felt like I wasn’t making any progress at all. The fact that I’m still healthy and active, alive, and not in a place of total despair as I enter 2026 is something I don’t take for granted and it's worth to be grateful for.

Entering this new year, I’m carrying a sense of gratitude with me. A gratitude for the lessons learned, the strength discovered in difficult moments, and the hope that comes with being able to witness another year. I’m also calling myself to attention that setbacks don’t define me. Yes, 2025 was challenging, but it doesn’t have to dictate my future. There’s always room for improvement, growth, and new beginnings. I’m choosing to embrace 2026 with open arms, knowing that even when things get tough again, I have the strength to keep going considering the lessons life have taught me.

Here’s to a new year, a fresh start, and the hope that no matter what comes my way, I’ll keep moving forward, one day at a time.

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