Mhm. Loving and appreciating yourself truly is a journey, but it’s one worth taking. For me, self-love is not about grand gestures but a quiet, steady practice of understanding and accepting myself. It begins with small things, like acknowledging my strengths and being kind to myself in moments of failure. I remind myself of Anne Elliot from Persuasion by Jane Austen. She says, “We live at home, quiet, confined, and our feelings prey upon us. You always forget how much a woman suffers, alone, and finding no relief.” But Anne also shows us the power of resilience. She doesn’t let life’s hardships define her value. Her ability to move forward with grace inspires me to face my own challenges while recognizing my worth. Your journey toward self-love is uniquely yours, but know that taking even the smallest step matters. Start by acknowledging your worth. Write down qualities you admire about yourself, or take pride in the things you’ve overcome. Celebrate small victories, even if it’s just showing up for yourself today. Keep in mind that you can always rewrite your story. It’s never too late to begin.

I’m planning to spend New Year’s Eve with my boyfriend—a quiet, perfect night just for us. Sitting on the balcony while watching the fireworks lights up the sky. Having a candlelight dinner with our favorite steak on the menu that I cook by myself and sipping wine in between. Savoring the moment. But truly, it’s his presence that will make the night unforgettable. The look of love in his eyes and our shared smiles and laughter. His mere presence is my favorite kind of night, my kind of New Year’s Eve. He is my plan.

I’ve always been full of wishes, and with the brand-new year just around the corner, my heart is brimming with hope. This year, I wish to continue becoming a better version of myself—someone who learns, grows, and evolves with each passing day. I’m proud of how I’ve weathered the storms, turning the rain into nourishment for my growth, and I’ll carry that resilience forward. I wish to keep my heart open—big enough to lend a hand to those around me, to forgive those who may have let me down, and to hold space for kindness in every corner of my life. I hope to stay steadfast in not letting negativity take root within me, choosing instead to focus on light, love, and purpose.

The rest shall remain only God knows. Grins.

If I could change the ending of anything, it would absolutely be the final season of Game of Thrones. The build-up over seven seasons was nothing short of phenomenal—rich, complex characters, intricate storylines, and masterful world-building that captured the imagination of millions. But then came the last season, and it felt like watching all that incredible groundwork being undone in a rush to wrap things up.

For me, the most frustrating part was how many character arcs were disregarded or poorly resolved. Take Daenerys, for instance—her transformation from a liberator to the “Mad Queen” was so abrupt it felt unearned, especially after years of showing her struggle to balance power and compassion. Similarly, Jon Snow’s arc seemed to fade into nothing, and Bran being chosen as king felt out of place given his detachment from humanity throughout the series.

I would have loved an ending that gave each character the conclusion they deserved—one that honored their growth, flaws, and contributions to the story. Imagine a finale where alliances truly shifted, betrayals hit harder, and the Iron Throne’s fate felt more organic to the story. Perhaps even an ending that left the power fragmented across the kingdoms, reflecting the show’s earlier themes of moral complexity and the consequences of ambition.

It’s no wonder so many of us signed that petition to remake the last season—I’d sign it a hundred times over! Game of Thrones deserved better, and so did we as viewers.

I would want to be a dove who carries an air of peace and grace, effortlessly calming the storms around me. To represent purity and hope, and that mirrors the gentle strength in my soul. I want to move through life with quiet elegance, spreading a sense of renewal wherever I go. Like the dove, I want to remind others of the beauty in stillness and the promise of brighter days ahead.