I think I speak for a lot of people when I say this year has been rough. So if you're stil here right now, give yourself a pat in the back. You did your best and that's more than anyone could ever ask for.

2025 has been a journey for me. Some days were so hard mentally and made me feel like maybe hard work doesn't pay off. But there were also brighter days that made things feel worthwhile after all.

I think what helped me keep going was focusing on the small things that I can do, and the little joys. Work was hell (the joys of being an artist in the year 2025, am I right??) so I focused on real-life relationships. I talked to my friends more and enjoyed slow days with my family.