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2024 — The Year That Redefined My Definition of Success
As 2024 draws to a close, I find myself engaged in my annual ritual of reflecting on the year that has passed as a way of distilling the lessons of the year into guiding principles for the one ahead. For me, 2024 has been a watershed year. A period of profound realizations. Turning 55 has ushered me into the pre-retirement phase of my life and with it has come a deeper understanding of what truly matters.
Health: The Wealth We Overlook
In our youth, health often feels like an infinite resource. We assume our bodies will always bounce back, no matter how we treat them. Yet, as the years advance, the cumulative impact of neglect becomes unmistakable, manifesting in ways that money alone cannot fix. This year, I’ve come to see health as more precious than gold. A treasure that requires daily care and intention. The lesson is clear: health is not a passive state but an active pursuit, one that determines the quality of every other aspect of life.
Income: Planning for the Long Horizon
With the official retirement age now within “sight”, I have had to confront an undeniable truth — I cannot work forever. The thought of a lifespan extending well beyond 90 years…
