Daring to Dream Big in 2025

I will dare to dream big as 2025 will be my most challenging year. To become an entrepreneur has always been a dream, now is the time to make it a reality.

Unexpected Changes and Challenges

Three months ago, I thought I had my goals for 2025 well planned out. A turn of events concerning my occupation had me having to rethink my goals and this meant resetting most of my plans.

I realized 2025 might be more challenging than I expected after receiving notification of retrenchment. Well, as daunting as this seemed, I stayed positive, knowing I had the courage to face any challenge set before me.

Embracing My Runner's Mindset

Being experienced in long distance running, I know there will be times I feel I cannot continue, when I'd want to stop, question whether I can complete the distance, however to cross the finish-line, I have to dig deep within myself and press on to victory and this is how I am going to face this year.

Expanding Digital Presence

My goal is to enlarge my territory with my website as well as being more consistent with my blog posts. This should be possible as I have enough hours in the day compared to when I was permanently employed.

The two short courses which has been on my list I will be able to tick off this year and add this to my resume.

Pursuing My Personal Interests

Fascination to Education

The one is a Beekeeping (apiculture) course. I became intrigued with these insects the day a good friend of mine, a Dr. of Entomology invited me to experience and to gain a bit of basic knowledge on how the bees produce their honey. This was an amazing experience for me. I was and still am in awe of these tiny bees. They may be tiny but they pack a punch!

His words to me when we were done with the bees was also motivation towards me coming to this decision. He looked on my protective suit for any bees which may have stayed on it and, if I remember correctly, there was only one. He was surprised and said, I seem to have a calmness in me which is the reason there were not as many bees on me as he thought there would be (excuse the pun).

Applying Knowledge to Practice

Sport Massage Therapy is my other interest. Being a sports person, I know the need of a good massage, especially after completing an endurance run or walk, and exercise sessions working the different muscle groups.

My knowledge in massage and working on injuries and muscle soreness has been very beneficial as I've been approached many times for advice. 

Athletic Pursuits in 2025

2025 will be a full year for me, with my upcoming Ultra races which I've registered for as well as the shorter distances. I will hopefully also be participating in Track events and Cross Country events.

Embracing Positivity and Determination

I believe nothing in life is impossible as long as I set my mind to it, stay positive and keep moving forward one step at a time.