Before you know, it is 2024 God I feel really old. In the past few days I've been hearing people talking about hashtag  new year new me， New Year’s resolutions, things like that. You know, the same old same old. And some people are really fed up with seeing things like this because they would argue that, it's just another day, just another year, It is just a number, and what's more important is to be able to, seize every day, soak up the present, live in the moment.

I totally get it because personally I'm such a live-in-the-moment,enjoy-the-present, hardworking type of person, I'm not a dreamer or talker,  I'm a doer. So I’m all for that. But at the same time, I would like to embrace a bit of a sense of ritual and welcome the chance to hit the restart button.

I DO agree that life is so short and so fast-paced, and time really flies, so savoring and enjoying every second, making every second count, is so crucial, but yet, there's something about New Year, about this transition from one year to another, that is still very special.

It's about giving yourself a chance to reflect, to look back, and also have the opportunity to wipe the slate clean and start over, you know,just like I said hit the reset button.

And those resolutions people make that some people are sosick of, they are like little cute promises that people make or and pep talks people give to themselves, it's a way for people to learn from the past and steer their ships towards the future, a better and brighter future. So, what's wrong with being a little optimistic?

And if you think about it, celebrating the start of a newyear it's like a universal thing, it's a global thing everybody does. No matter what country, region or culture you're from, people set off fireworks and celebrate,clink their wine glasses together, enjoy the food and exchange gifts, it's likethis big celebration, big party worldwide. and to be honest, rituals like this really connect people together. It reminds us that we are all in this ride together. We are special and beautiful, but we are also small, humble and united in this world.

So yeah, as we dive into the new year, let's try to enjoy the now, but also have a little fun with the traditions. Don’t be so picky, harsh and bitter towards other people. Let them have their fun! I wish you a happy happy New Year, a new year that is all about joy, growth and making each moment count. cheers to that!